If you’ve been following Emma-Jean Thackray’s journey from the fringes of experimental jazz to the frontlines of genre-defying groove, then her latest offering, Weirdo, is about to blow your mind—and quite possibly land her in the orbit of musical superstardom.
Dropping via Brownswood Recordings, Weirdo is a far cry from her earlier, more traditional jazz explorations. Here, Thackray leans fully into the eclectic—crafting tracks that blend soulful hooks, edgy textures, and head-nodding rhythms with a touch of cosmic flair. While jazz remains at the DNA level, the vocals take center stage, delivering a refreshing blend of vulnerability and confidence.
Collaborators like Reggie Watts and Kassa Overall bring even more unpredictability and depth to the album, helping shape a record that’s simultaneously catchy and complex. Think jazzy psychedelia meets soulful pop, filtered through the offbeat creativity that’s made Thackray a key figure in the UK scene.
Tracks like "Please Leave Me Alone", "Fried Rice", and "I Don’t Recognize My Hands" showcase her ability to balance introspection with playfulness. Meanwhile, "Thank You For The Day" might just be your next repeat-on-loop moment.
Available now for pre-order on CD and a clear vinyl pressing for the collectors, Weirdo officially lands on Friday, April 25. Trust us, you’re going to want to hit play the second it arrives.
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