Jordan Corey releases new LP

Over the last fifteen years, artist Jordan Corey has been on a decorated musical adventure built on her adaptability, talent and a voice that flows freely across genres. Her first musical steps were taken in the discipline of classical piano but during her teenage years, she began to pen original material and her own original artistic vision started to form. Her early work as a songwriter and vocalist caught the attention of Grammy Award-winning artist RAC, leading to a feature on his album EGO alongside the likes of Rivers Cuomo, Rostam, MNDR, K.Flay and St. Lucia.

While touring with RAC, Jordan struck up a creative partnership with drummer Jeff Brodsky and the two went on to form CURIO, a writing and production duo whose work has since been heard around the world through major commercial placements. From Apple and Google to Adidas, Ford Motors, Coca Cola and Dolce & Gabbana, CURIO’s reach has extended into countless campaigns, bringing Jordan’s knack for compelling songwriting into the global spotlight.

Alongside her collaborative projects, Jordan has consistently nurtured her solo artistic output. She first shared her sound back in 2013 with the debut EP Trilogy, followed by her full-length debut All That in 2015. Over the last decades, she’s released multiple well-received singles that mapped her development as both a songwriter and performer, moving through shades of indie pop, electronica and R&B while forging a distinct sonic imprint that feels wholly her own.

Now she unveils her long-awaited new full-length record titled The Tunnel + The Light, a release that marks her most personal and transparent outing thus far. Written during a time of profound change as she cared for her mother through cancer, the album channels themes of pain, reflection, relationships, escapism and ultimately, surrender. Produced by Jordan alongside Ryan Aicklen, with additional production from Danny Thrasher, the record is based in indie electronica and alt-R&B stylings, but more than genre, it captures a state of transition and the feeling of not quite arriving but sensing the light ahead.

Starting off with the muted pulse of synth and hushed vocalisations on “Friend Like Me,” Jordan’s lead vocals glide in to spin smooth melodies as clapped rhythms hint at the incoming groove. Building with warm bass notes and alluring, layered vocals, the arrangement rolls with instantly catchy lines with intricate instrumental flashes add dashes of colour on this woozy indie R&B jam.

“Do the Thing” follows with the uptempo punch of drums, launching with lively vocal leads and popping bass lines, forming an infectious pop-focused outing brimming with melodic charm and invigorating rhythm. Peppered with shimmering instrumental textures and propelled by the steady snap of the beat, it’s a stunning pop anthem that puts Jordan’s songwriting flair and performance talent on full display.

With “Somethin Somethin,” the mellow glide of bass is met by Jordan’s expressive vocal delivery as the track jumps into a laid back disco-tinged indie pop scene. Cut with dreamy melodic writing and danceable energy, it presents an uplifting listening experience that’s sure to delight anyone who hears it. Other highlights include tracks like “Try Me,” showcasing the more downtempo side of Jordan’s sound via a hazy soundscape of soft instrumental tones, gentle vocal style and crisp percussive patterns.

“647am” casts a spellbinding sound of blissful melodic leads carried by soulful vocal performance, wrapped up in a smokey setting of rolling drums and immersive instrumentation. Closing the release with “Earthbound,” spacey synth textures slip into a bouncey hop of punchy beats and exquisite vocal work to serve up a spectacular finale to Jordan Corey’s impeccable new album.

Listen to The Tunnel + The Light below