Seat selection on map [Vitoria-Gasteiz | 17.07.2025 - 20:30 | Jazzmeia Horn/José James 1978] - Vitoria-Gaseiz Jazz Festival

JAZZMEIA HORN

Jazzmeia Horn, born in Dallas, Texas in 1991, is one of the brightest and most powerful voices in contemporary vocal jazz. Heir to the legacy of divas like Sarah Vaughan, Betty Carter, and Abbey Lincoln, Horn brings a fresh, socially engaged energy, blending prodigious vocal technique, daring improvisation, and lyrics with strong social content.

She fuses traditional jazz with soul, gospel, and R&B, keeping the Afro-American vocal jazz tradition alive while addressing current themes of identity, spirituality, and social justice. Her mastery of scat, free phrasing, and magnetic stage presence make her a captivating live performer.

JOSÉ JAMES – 1978

José James is a renowned American singer and songwriter who blends jazz, soul, hip-hop, and R&B in his music. A graduate of The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in New York, he has released twelve critically acclaimed albums and collaborated with artists such as Flying Lotus, Robert Glasper, and Lalah Hathaway.

In April 2024, José James released his twelfth studio album titled 1978, a tribute to the sound of the late '70s, inspired by artists like Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson, and Prince.

1978 has been well received by critics, highlighting José James’s ability to capture the essence of 1970s R&B while offering a contemporary perspective.