Joy Crookes - Juniper [Red marble ball]

Joy Crookes creates a complete and impactful work with Juniper, a debut album that is both intimate and discreetly protesting, imbued with soul, jazz and modern R&B textures.

Released in 2025, this album positions Crookes as a storyteller with keen instincts and emotional depth, drawing on her London roots and multiple cultural influences. Collaborators like Blue May and Tev’n help him craft a sound that blends classic instrumentation with contemporary polish, giving the record a timeless yet undeniably current feel.

Standout tracks like Feet Don’t Fail Me Now and When You Were Mine slide between hushed vocals and crisp percussion, while Skin and Trouble reveal his lyrical precision – tackling identity, love and social tensions with aplomb and bite. The arrangements are lush yet controlled, letting her voice remain the undeniable focal point.

Pressed on red marbled vinyl, this edition reflects the warmth and complexity of the album with a visually rich finish. Juniper isn't just an introduction – it's a fully realized artistic vision, the kind that rewards repeat listens and invites you to delve deeper into its world with every needle.