Joey Alexander's Celestial Keeper: New Album & Tour

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Joey Alexander announces his new album 'Celestial Keeper' and upcoming tour dates.

Joey Alexander, the GRAMMY-nominated jazz pianist, announces his new album Celestial Keeper releasing July 17, 2026, on Mack Avenue Records. The lead single, a fresh take on Stella By Starlight, drops this Friday. Inspired by legends like Miles Davis and Bill Evans, this project explores themes of creativity, faith, and overcoming artists block. Joeys new trio features Kris Funn, Jonathan Barber, and Jaleel Shaw, with Joey adding his own vocals for the first time, collaborating with Alita Moses and Lisa Fischer. Hell celebrate with five nights at Birdland in New York, followed by performances in Portsmouth, Oakland, and Indonesia. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2afbb50949ffc6cc

Topics covered

• Joey Alexander
• new album
• tour announcement
• jazz music
• artist collaboration
• music themes

Keywords

• Joey Alexander
• Celestial Keeper
• jazz pianist
• new album
• tour
• Stella By Starlight
• Mack Avenue Records
• music collaboration

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Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Mack Avenue Records

Books & works: Celestial Keeper, Stella By Starlight

Places: Birdland, New York, Portsmouth, Oakland, Indonesia

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