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Debra J. Cohen is a 71-year-young singer-songwriter, New Wave survivor, and spiritual storyteller whose life has danced between the raw edge of the music scene and the quiet whisper of God. From fronting bands in Boston’s underground clubs to finding healing through faith, forgiveness, and the power of the human voice, Debra writes and sings to inspire those who have lived through heartbreak, reinvention, and longing. Her memoirs and teachings blend rhythm, resilience, and revelation—inviting readers to rediscover their own courage, kindle their creativity, and encounter the God who meets us in both the noise and the silence.

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Debra Cohen is a singer, songwriter, and seeker whose life has been shaped by music, miracles, and the relentless pursuit of truth. From Boston’s New Wave stage lights to quiet moments in Egyptian chapels, her journey carries the imprint of heartbreak, healing, and divine intervention. A survivor with a prophetic ear and a storyteller’s soul, Debra weaves faith, trauma, and transformation into every chapter she writes. At 71, she stands as living proof that it’s never too late to reclaim your voice, rewrite your story, and rise into the life you were always meant to live.

Debra Cohen MUSIC comes in many genres, from New Wave 80's where she began playing in a Boston band, to Christian venues in Nashville, branching out into Judaism in Israel as a cantorial soloist as well as an author.  She is the author of Soul Sing: Singing Torah for Health and Holiness, and just released her memoir, "Sects, Drugs & Rock n Roll" available in paperback January 2026.  You can download the first chapter now by signing up for her mailing list - She does not SPAM.  Debra is happy to live in Clearwater, Florida, with her husband, Marty.

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Debra Cohen is a powerhouse singer-songwriter whose voice carries the soul of the New Wave era and the fire of a woman who has truly lived. A former Boston club regular with stories carved from neon lights, heartbreak, and spiritual awakening, Debra brings raw emotion and electrifying authenticity to every song she performs. Her music blends bluesy grit, poetic storytelling, and a transcendent edge that lifts audiences into something bigger than sound—something healing, soulful, and unforgettable.

At 71 years young, Debra is proof that passion doesn’t fade—it deepens. Whether she’s belting a heartbreaker, whispering a prayer through melody, or igniting a room with her joyful spirit, she captivates listeners of every generation.

Come hear the voice shaped by decades of music, miracles, and resilience. Debra doesn’t just sing. She transforms the room.  She accepts invitations in the Pinellas County areas of Florida and can craft her show to appeal to Christians, Jews, and whosoever will.  Check out her band's playlist on YOUTUBE

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