I discovered Irish house artist Jazzy by accident. On a day when none of my playlists were speaking to me, I took a risk and trusted Spotify’s generated “daylist,” where I discovered her song “No Bad Vibes.” I was entranced by its catchy beat and simple yet motivational lyrics, and now, I listen to the track daily.
On Friday, after a summer full of singles, Jazzy released her debut album “Peace & Patience.” Not only does the album continue her streak of songs that center around positivity, but the project’s genres and collaborations also make it one of the best albums I’ve heard all year.
The 13-track album opens with “Intro.” The song features spoken, kind words from those closest to the artist, including her niece, mother and friends. The introduction signified how much Jazzy’s success means to those around her, allowing the audience to peek behind the curtain into Jazzy’s personal life.
The second song, “My People,” emphasizes the importance of community — a throughline of the album.
Of the five prerelease singles, “My People” was an instant hit for me. On the track, Jazzy reflects on how the people she has encountered have defined her life. She sings, “You’re my people / As lon...