Samara Joy’s Portrait showcases her continued artistic evolution with a blend of jazz standards and original lyrics, co-produced by Grammy-winning trumpeter Brian Lynch. The album reflects the singer’s growth as a vocalist, musical collaborator, and bandleader. Joy’s octet features the lineup of trumpeter Jason Charos, trombonist Donavan Austin, saxophonists David Mason and Kendric McCallister, pianist […]
Samara Joy’s Portrait showcases her continued artistic evolution with a blend of jazz standards and original lyrics, co-produced by Grammy-winning trumpeter Brian Lynch. The album reflects the singer’s growth as a vocalist, musical collaborator, and bandleader. Joy’s octet features the lineup of trumpeter Jason Charos, trombonist Donavan Austin, saxophonists David Mason and Kendric McCallister, pianist Connor Rohrer, bassist Felix Moseholm, and drummer Evan Sherman. The album, recorded at the iconic Van Gelder Studio, is infused with soulful chemistry and tight, modern arrangements that breathe new life into jazz traditions. Joy’s expressive delivery and multifaceted contributions throughout Portrait solidify her status as one of today’s rising jazz stars, balancing her personal narrative with homage to the genre’s rich history.
