Richard Payne is a pianist, composer, and bandleader from Saint Lucia. Co-founder of BLUEMANGO and Wespé Pou Ayiti, he stands as a leading figure of Kreyol Jazz. He has performed alongside artists such as John Legend, Richard Bona, and Kenny Garrett on international stages. His compositions, widely broadcast and critically acclaimed, reflect a rich and rooted musical language. A recipient of the M&C Fine Arts Awards, his album Introspection celebrates Creole cultures. Through his work, he champions a sound that is both sophisticated, accessible, and deeply rooted in Afro-Caribbean heritage.