Hailing from Dallas, Yulia has been going from strength to strength as a composer, arranger and producer whose work blends technical talent with a reflective, spiritual outlook. Her artistic journey continues to play out with impressive consistency and ambition, shaped by a steadfast devotion to music and a creative voice that brings together emotional impact with refined musical flair. Taking cues from a wide array of artists across genres, she’s developed an original approach that speaks directly to both heart and soul, marking her as a must watch presence within contemporary music.
Over the course of her career, Yulia’s work has garnered significant international recognition; in 2022 she was named a finalist for the Smooth Jazz Network’s Breakout Artist of the Year award, marking an important milestone in her growing profile. Her music has since struck a chord on a global scale, earning placements across radio charts and clocking over 60 international awards. Among these accolades are honours from the Intercontinental Music Awards, World Songwriting Awards, Global Music Awards, World Class Film Awards and numerous other platforms recognising excellence in composition and performance. These achievements reflect both the reach and the reception of her output, confirming her status as an artist whose work flows across borders and categories.
A defining moment in Yulia’s trajectory came with the release of her album Best Wishes in 2023 which served as a powerful statement of her versatility, with eight out of ten tracks receiving awards across various international festivals. The album went on to win the Akademia Music Awards in the category of Jazz Album, secured two Gold Medals at the Global Music Awards and was named Best Smooth Jazz Album at the World Entertainment Awards 2024 while also considered for a Grammy.
Beyond accolades, Yulia’s artistic vision is defined by a continuous drive towards development and collaboration. Her work as a composer and producer is complemented by a growing network of musicians and collaborators, as well as an active presence in live performance and ongoing creative development.
That context is fully realised in her latest single titled “Let’s Agree To Love,” a release that sees Yulia stepping into complete creative control. For this track, she not only composed and performed the piano and keys but also took full responsibility for production and arrangement. This holistic involvement reflects an expansion of her artistic expression that unites composition, leadership and emotional intent within a single musical moment.
Forged from a highly personal moment of reflection, the song explores love as a divine force capable of healing division and restoring connection through grace. Yulia’s composition pairs sophisticated jazz elements with modern textures, creating a soundscape designed to encourage contemplation and emotional openness. “Let’s Agree To Love” also brings together an exceptional ensemble of world-class collaborators including Grammy-nominated saxophonist Jackiem Joyner who contributes expressive melodic lines that add emotional texture to the piece, while David Haynes provides slick percussion on drums. Bassists Sekou Bunch and Tim Bailey Jr. contribute rhythmic energy and guitarist Jay Soto adds further harmonic colour.
Opened by the twinkle of fluttering keys, the track jumps into a grooving jam of bouncy keys, popping bass notes and smooth sax leads, crafting an uplifting sound that’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Dashed with Yulia’s incredible piano performance and the musicianship panache of her collaborative talents, “Let’s Agree To Love” presents an utterly charming outing brimming with playful instrumental flourishes, delightful melodic writing and the steady pulse of rhythmic energy, resulting in a sensational instrumental piece that’s sure to win over listeners around the world.
Recorded through remote collaboration, with each musician contributing from their own studios, the track also reflects its own thematic message. Despite physical distance, the artists were able to create something unified, mirroring the song’s central idea of connection across separation. With “Let’s Agree To Love,” Yulia continues to expand her artistic world while remaining attached to a clear creative and spiritual vision. As she continues to shine as an exciting artist with a compelling sound, we can’t wait to see what comes next on her decorated musical adventure.
Listen to Let’s Agree To Love (feat. Jackiem Joyner) below
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