JazzHQ: Jazzmeia Horn’s New Album Messages Out Today #jazz #music

Friday, October 25, 2024

Jazzmeia Horn’s New Album Messages Out Today #jazz #music

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Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Jazzmeia Horn’s highly anticipated new album Messages is available everywhere today through Empress Legacy Records. The album is available on all streaming platforms via Ditto Distribution.

Messages represents a bold new chapter in Horn’s illustrious career, delving deep into themes of family, love, sacrifice, and the pursuit of artistic freedom. Reflecting on her life and relationships as she tours the world, Horn infuses the album with a deeply personal perspective, balancing the joys and challenges of her journey.

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In Messages, Horn’s mastery of jazz tradition intersects with contemporary influences, resulting in a sound that is both timeless and refreshingly modern. The album features 10 original compositions, alongside her stunning interpretation of the 1932 classic “You're Getting to Be a Habit with Me.” The new single captures Horn’s extraordinary vocal range and her ability to breathe new life into jazz standards, while the rest of the album explores the complexities of personal and professional relationships.

Horn’s decision to pare back her ensemble for this album allows her voice to shine even brighter, while still embracing the avant-garde spirit she exhibited in her previous work. The intimate yet expansive sound of Messages is a departure from the big band arrangements of 2021’s Dear Love, showcasing a more focused and introspective side of the artist.

“I write for healing, reconciliation, and freedom of expression,” says Horn. “My messages are for anyone who needs a reminder to believe in themselves and to pursue their passions, no matter the obstacles.”

With Messages, Jazzmeia Horn continues to solidify her place among the vanguard of contemporary jazz artists. The album’s blend of tradition and innovation, paired with Horn’s compelling storytelling, ensures that Messages will be a powerful and unforgettable experience for listeners.

Jazzmeia Horn on tour:
10/25 – Melbourne International Jazz Festival – Melbourne, Aus
11/1 – Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival – Sydney, Aus
11/3 – Perth International Jazz Festival – Northbridge, Aus
11/8 – Northwestern University – Evanston, IL
11/10 – Eisemann Ctr for Perf. Arts – Richardson, TX
11/11 – City Winery – Atlanta, GA
11/13 – Manship Theatre – Baton Rouge, LA
11/20 – Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club – Portsmouth, NH
11/23 – Colored Musicians Club of Buffalo – Buffalo, NY
11/24 – Caffè Lena – Saratoga Springs, NY
11/29-30 – Jazz Forum – Tarrytown, NY
12/1 – City Winery – Boston, MA
12/6 - 7 – Caffè Vivace – Cincinnati, OH

About Jazzmeia Horn
Jazzmeia Horn, a Grammy-nominated vocalist and songwriter, has captivated audiences worldwide with her extraordinary vocal talent and innovative approach to jazz. A graduate of Dallas’ Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, Horn has become a leading voice in modern jazz, earning acclaim for her boundary-pushing performances and compositions. Messages is her fourth album as a leader and marks a significant milestone in her career.