GRAMMY® Award-nominated pianist and composer Joey Alexander returns with Celestial Keeper, his 8th studio album and third release on Mack Avenue Records. A prodigy who began his professional career at age nine — performing for President Obama at the White House and earning profiles on 60 Minutes and The New York Times — Alexander has grown into one of jazz's most compelling voices. On this record, the now 22-year-old draws inspiration from the nature and rhythms of his home in Indonesia, weaving together themes of creativity, faith, gratitude, and personal transformation.
Celestial Keeper showcases Alexander's signature melodic-focused composition alongside a stellar cast of collaborators, including saxophonist Jaleel Shaw and vocalist Alita Moses, while also featuring his interpretations of beloved standards like "Stella by Starlight" and "My Funny Valentine." The album moves fluidly between intimate solo improvisations and richly layered ensemble performances, offering a deeply personal yet universally resonant listening experience. For fans of modern jazz piano, this is a bold and heartfelt statement from an artist at a remarkable point in his artistic evolution.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Release Date: 07/17/2026
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TRACKS
1. Bemused (solo improv I)
2. Aversion (feat. Jaleel Shaw)
3. Whispers of Love (feat. Alita Moses)
4. Stella by Starlight
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