Zena James
London Jazz-Soul Singer
See Zena Live in 2025!
Aces & Eights, London
See Zena sing 'All Cried Out' (2023)
See Zena live at the National Theatre Foyer
A seductive and different sound from Zena James
A voice you’ll remember…
NEW: Gig review (24 Jan 2025, Bull's Head Barnes) at https://ukjazznews.com/zena-james-jazz-groove-quartet/
London jazz-soul singer Zena James sings refreshingly original, groove-based jazz. Inspired as much by warm 70s pop and soul as by jazz greats, Zena's style is soulful, compelling and groovy. In both her albums and all of her gigs, discover hidden jazz gems, a crossover take on popular standards and irresistible R&B sounds.
Come on in to Zena's music...and watch this space for more gigs in Spring 2025 - coming soon!
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About Zena
"Zena’s singing floated out over the room, like oil calming troubled waters. Sultry vocals, immaculate taste in songs.
Zena unfurled the lovely lyrics like a priceless carpet. Her timing and sense of the song’s potential were impeccable."
UK Jazz News (2025)
https://ukjazznews.com/zena-james-jazz-groove-quartet/
Zena's music story as told to
soulandjazzandfunk.com
"Captivated: a brilliant album, lovely voice"
BBC Radio Kent
“Emotive delivery...compelling originals”
The Independent
“Warm sultry voice...top class”
Musician Magazine
"Commanding and expressive....if you like your mainstream jazz coming from a bluesy soul perspective - think Eva Cassidy rather than Dinah Washington - then her Tell Me More CD won't disappoint."
Jazzwise
"Splash Point Digital is excited to release Captivated, an original, funky crossover album by Zena James. Vibrant and soulful, Zena’s emotive sound is distinctive and in every song her storytelling is honest and heartfelt. This singer is definitely different."
