Acclaimed Welsh-born, New Orleans-based singer-songwriter Judith Owen continues to captivate audiences with the re-promotion of her beloved holiday collection, Judith Owen Swings Christmas, while teasing a new album coming early 2026. Known for her wit, warmth, and exceptional musicianship, Owen’s work blends jazz, blues, and deeply personal storytelling, earning praise from The Times, Rolling Stone, JazzWise, and Jazz Journal.
Her 2022 album Come On and Get It — a joyous homage to fearless female trailblazers of the 1940s and ’50s — marked a turning point in her career, garnering over 3 million streams and selling out venues worldwide. Her upcoming releases promise to continue this legacy, exploring themes of mental health, resilience, womanhood, and creative freedom.
A Life in Music, A Legacy of Courage
Born into a musical Welsh family and raised in London, Judith Owen’s life has been shaped by her passion for performance and openness about mental health. Following the tragic loss of her mother to suicide, she channeled her grief into art, creating music that radiates joy, humour, and rebellion against adversity.
“I wanted to do music that made me smile, lit up my face, and made me laugh. After years of therapy and healing, joy became my rebellion,” she says.
Her candidness has inspired global conversations on mental health awareness, female empowerment, and creative reinvention, resonating deeply with fans and media alike.
Jazz, Joy, and Feminine Fire
Collaborating with New Orleans musical director David Torkanowsky, Owen continues to celebrate strong, unapologetic women through her music. Her admirers include Helen Mirren, Jamie Lee Curtis, John Goodman, Jamie Cullum, and Jennifer Coolidge, all praising her authenticity and brilliance on and off the stage.
Upcoming Tour Highlights
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30 Oct 2025: Toulouse Theatre, Los Angeles (Headline)
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30 Jan 2026: Jamboree Jazz, Barcelona, Spain (Headline)
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1 Feb 2026: Splendid, Saint-Quentin, France (Headline)
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8 Feb 2026: Pizza Express Live, Holborn, London (Headline)
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28 Mar 2026: Jazz à Toute Heure Festival, Chevreuse, France (Headline)
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30 Mar 2026: Jazz Cat Club, Bellinzona, Switzerland (Headline)
(Further dates in Italy, Germany, UK, and USA to be announced)
Beyond the Stage
Outside music, Judith lives in New Orleans with her husband Harry Shearer, hosting the annual Christmas Without Tears charity concert for the Innocence Project New Orleans. She’s also a proud dog owner of Aretha and Franklin and co-hosts the 10-part podcast Unapologetically Judith Owen with Bibi Lynch, offering humour, candour, and insights into her creative world.
About Judith Owen
Judith Owen is a globally acclaimed jazz singer-songwriter known for her wit, vocal brilliance, and fearless reinvention. Her work celebrates joy, resilience, and the power of storytelling, making her a standout voice in contemporary jazz and beyond.
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