Samara Joy - Portrait

Samara Joy - PortraitSamara Joy's latest album, recorded at the iconic Van Gelder Studios in February 2024, shows her growth and artistic direction. Captured over three days, the album features her touring band of young, rising jazz musicians, delivering a collection that blends timeless standards with new originals. For the first time, Samara delves into lyric writing, adding a personal touch to the album. Her remarkable voice shines throughout, accompanied by tight knit

Samara Joy's latest album, recorded at the iconic Van Gelder Studios in February 2024, shows her growth and artistic direction. Captured over three days, the album features her touring band of young, rising jazz musicians, delivering a collection that blends timeless standards with new originals. For the first time, Samara delves into lyric writing, adding a personal touch to the album. Her remarkable voice shines throughout, accompanied by tight-knit arrangements and performances from her band, reflecting the camaraderie and energy they've built on the road. The album serves as a studio snapshot of their live performances, bringing to life the musical community she's fostered with her peers. Since her self-titled debut in 2021, Samara Joy has garnered widespread attention. Her second album, Linger Awhile, hit number one on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. With this new release, Samara continues to fulfill her vast promise with her future potential as a leading voice in jazz.