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Canadian Jazz Vocalist Heather Ward Releases New Album Gilded & Silver, A Tribute to Musical Mentors and Legacy
SEATTLE, WA — [June 1, 2025] — Following the success of her debut solo album Honeysweet, Canadian-born, Seattle-based jazz vocalist Heather Ward returns with a luminous new collection, Gilded & Silver. The album is available now on all major streaming platforms.
“I had several tracks still in the can after releasing Honeysweet,” Ward explains, “so I decided to add a few more and release a second album.” With this spirit of continuity and creativity, Gilded & Silver emerged — blending original compositions with artful arrangements, and once again showcasing Ward’s nuanced voice and deep musical roots. Read the full Press Release here
Reviews
"[Ward's] second solo album is not an attempt to prove herself—it's an invitation to listen. It's a look back, a thank you to teachers, role models, and departed companions—but also a musical assessment of her position in the here and now..an album that resonates–not only in the ear, but in the heart...9.75 out of 10"
"Envision whatever you like--a basement jazz bar in Berlin to high-dollar exclusive black tie affair--and Ward has it covered.”
"an enchanting and emotionally resonant collection that firmly establishes [Ward] as a rising force in contemporary jazz."
Skope Magazine - read review here
"Her timing is impeccable, her dynamics refined, and her emotional connection to the lyrics genuinely felt….[Ward's] voice, clearly inspired by legends such as Sarah Vaughan and Dinah Washington, possesses a warm, rounded tone that radiates both intimacy and technical expertise.”
"With thoughtful production, tasteful instrumentation, and a confident, expressive vocal presence, Gilded & Silver is a compelling listen for long-time jazz fans and newcomers alike."
Woke Chimp - read review here
"Heather Ward is a singer with a beautifully versatile voice and a unique vision. Her most recent album is titled Gilded and Silver, and it is a collection of 12 songs that dive deeper into modern jazz and easy listening"
Celebrated Canadian jazz vocalist Heather Ward debuts her solo album "Honeysweet," showcasing a rich blend of original tracks and fresh jazz arrangements
Seattle, Washington —Produced collaboratively by Heather and Dave Houghton, and recorded under the expert mixing of Ben Lange at Lange Recording Studios, Heather Ward’s new release: "Honeysweet" features a collection of Seattle's finest musicians. The album comprises a thoughtful mix of jazz standards, an original title track, and innovative jazz interpretations of songs from other favorite genres—a stylistic hallmark Heather has developed over her extensive career. Critics have lauded Heather’s "smokey, sultry alto" and her "tremendous vocal performance," with the album described as swinging hard and captivating listeners with its "accomplished musicianship" and "ease and grace."
Available now on all major streaming platforms
Top 5 college and noncommercial radio stations
from the 35 that featured Honeysweet
WMCO/90.7 FM - New Concord, OH
WLFR/91.7 FM - Galloway, NJ
WFCF/88.5 FM - St. Augustine, FL
M3Radio – Brooklyn, NY
WCSF – Joliet, Il