Some artists have a rare gift: the ability to channel their most authentic selves directly into their music. Lindsey Webster is one of those artists.
Described by PopMatters as “classy, consistent, and exceptional,” and praised by All About Jazz for “keeping the tradition alive and taking it to the next level,” Webster continues to carve out a distinctive lane in contemporary music. Her sound—an elegant blend of Neo-soul, R&B, Jazz, and Pop—feels both timeless and refreshingly modern.
“I really feel comfortable in my skin right now,” Webster shares. That sense of self-assurance is reflected not only in her music but also in her influences. Her listening habits range from Bob Marley to Yo-Yo Ma, Mos Def, Olivia Dean, Aaliyah, Mariah Carey, and Jeff Buckley—an eclectic mix that mirrors the depth and versatility of her own artistry.
Raised in the creative enclave of Woodstock, Webster made the bold decision to walk away from medical school to pursue music. That leap of faith paid off. In 2016, she made history with her hit “Fool Me Once,” becoming the first vocalist since Sade to top the Billboard Contemporary Jazz chart.
Over the past decade, Webster has built a devoted global following and delivered a string of acclaimed releases, including Back to Your Heart and Reasons. SoulTracks perhaps summed it up best: “If Carole King and Sade had a kid, she would be Lindsey Webster.”
Now, Webster enters a new chapter with her seventh studio album, Music In Me, released February 27, 2026. Written, recorded, produced, and mixed over three years, the album stands as her most personal and fully realized work to date.
At the heart of Webster’s sound is her long-standing creative partnership with pianist Keith Slattery. Together, they’ve crafted a signature style that is soulful, hypnotic, and emotionally resonant.
Music In Me also features an impressive roster of collaborators, including Stokley—who not only duets with Webster but contributes drums and percussion—and Anthony Hamilton. Additional appearances from Keyon Harrold, Isaiah Sharkey, and Kev Choice further elevate the project’s rich, genre-blending soundscape.
For Webster, music has always been more than a career—it’s a lifeline. “Music is my best friend,” she says. “It helps move our emotions. You feel differently after you listen. It’s real-time… It has saved my life.”
That emotional honesty is what continues to draw listeners in. Her ability to transform simple, universal truths into timeless songs has made her one of the most compelling voices in contemporary jazz and soul today.
Beyond the music, Webster also reflects on connection and humanity. “Music has a way of uniting people,” she notes. “I wish we weren’t all so focused on our differences… If we focused more on what we love and enjoy, we’d be way better off.”
With Music In Me, Lindsey Webster doesn’t just deliver another album—she offers a deeply personal statement, one that reinforces her place as a defining voice in modern music.
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