Ida Sand
Sophisticated vocal jazz with a deep soul heartbeat. Smoky, piano-led arrangements that feel like a warm embrace in a quiet, late-night city.
Sophisticated vocal jazz with a deep soul heartbeat. Smoky, piano-led arrangements that feel like a warm embrace in a quiet, late-night city.
Ida Sand delivers a masterclass in the intersection of Scandinavian jazz precision and American soul grit. Her voice is a rich, mahogany alto that avoids unnecessary gymnastics, opting instead for a deep, resonant emotional clarity. It is music that feels lived-in and comfortable, yet polished to a high-gloss studio sheen that highlights every subtle piano trill and bass pluck.
What sets her apart is the seamless way she integrates gospel and R&B sensibilities into a traditional jazz framework. While many of her contemporaries lean into the 'cool' detachment of Nordic jazz, Sand brings a palpable warmth and a rhythmic pocket that feels closer to Memphis than Stockholm. Her piano playing is equally integral, providing a sturdy, bluesy foundation for her vocal narratives.
Start with 'Meet Me Around Midnight' to hear her definitive late-night aesthetic, or dive into 'My Soul Kitchen' for a more rhythmically driven, soul-forward experience. She is the perfect bridge for listeners who find traditional jazz too abstract but want something more sophisticated than standard pop-soul.
Ida Kristina Sand (born 5 November 1977) is a Swedish jazz singer and pianist. Ida Sand was born in Stockholm, and studied music at Högskolan för scen och musik in University of Gothenburg. She debuted as a guest artist at Nils Landgrens Christmas with My Friends in 2006 releasing her solo debut album Meet Me Around Midnight in 2007. She is signed to ACT label. Sand is married to guitar player Ola Gustafsson. Ida Sand is the daughter of Staffan Sandlund, an opera singer.
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