Acclaimed vocalist, songwriter, and musical provocateur Judith Owen delivers an uplifting, feel-good anthem with her single “Inside Out,” taken from her critically acclaimed album Suit Yourself—a project that has now surpassed one million streams. Co-written with Grammy Award-winning producer, drummer, and Snarky Puppy alumnus Jamison Ross, the track captures the vibrant musical identity Owen has cultivated in New Orleans. Blending old-school soul, gospel, jazz, and R&B, the composition stands as a joyous celebration of self-discovery, hope, and personal evolution.
Recorded at Esplanade Studios in New Orleans, the song pairs Owen’s soulful vocal delivery with the soaring harmonies of the Tonya Boyd-Cannon Choir. Ross anchors the rhythm on drums alongside members of Owen’s band, the Gentlemen Callers, creating a warm, syncopated groove that Ross affectionately calls a “soul bop”. Channeling the grit and elegance of classic soul icons, Owen uses the track to express the freedom of embracing who she is, reflecting the New Orleans philosophy of finding happiness and choosing joy even during difficult times.
Accompanied by an official music video shot at Fish Pot Studio in New Orleans by director Josh Bagnall, “Inside Out” highlights the communal energy and rich musical tradition at the core of Owen’s work. Released via Twanky Records, the single offers a quintessential preview of Suit Yourself—an album that seamlessly bridges jazz, blues, and big-band arrangements while celebrating life with authentic New Orleans spirit.
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