LIMERICK soul/jazz singer/songwriter JaYne will release her first solo album on Friday May 19. Two years in the making, ‘Pass the Test’ gets its title from a drive to complete something of her own.
JaYne began releasing as a solo artist in 2021 having previously worked as a topliner and session singer in the U.K.
“I wrote the songs at a time when I was doing a deep dive on my past, trying to heal some stuff that was really holding me back. I have been writing songs my whole life, a solo album was a test I needed to pass. I have experimented with different styles over the years, I went through an alt-pop phase, but with jazz l feel like home.”
Influences such as Steely Dan and Queen can be heard in tracks like ‘Charlie’ and ‘Bad Sign’ which were co-written with keyboard player, Conor Broderick.
The album is a coming together of over ten musicians and two producers, with very tasty features throughout including guitars by Sam Killeen, Sean O’ Meara and Paddy Shanahan. Produced by Ben Wanders and Danny Lanham (Dry Lane Studios). Mixed by Ben Wanders (Wanderland Record Studios)
JaYne’s voice has many shades to it from strength and fragility. The album is beautiful production from one of Limerick’s most soulful and distinctive artists.
Available on digital formats from Friday May 19.
