For Judith Owen, music has always been more than performance. With the renewed focus on ‘Judith Owen Swings Christmas’ and the announcement of a new album set for early 2026, she continues to share a career shaped by honesty, reflection, and artistic courage.
Born into a Welsh family where music was ever-present, Owen’s early years in London helped shape her expressive approach to songwriting. Her journey has been marked by openness about mental health, a theme she has addressed with clarity and compassion throughout her work.
Following the loss of her mother during her teenage years, Owen found solace and purpose in creativity, a process she has spoken about publicly for decades. Her music reflects this lived experience, offering connection rather than spectacle.
“I wanted to do music that made me smile, lit up my face, and made me laugh,” she explains. “After years of therapy and healing, joy became my rebellion.”
This guiding principle is woven into ‘Judith Owen Swings Christmas’, where jazz arrangements emphasize warmth, celebration, and emotional presence. Now based in New Orleans, Owen works closely with musical director David Torkanowsky, continuing collaborations with respected jazz musicians who complement her expressive style.
Her 2022 album ‘Come On and Get It’ marked a significant creative milestone, celebrating influential women of the 1940s and 1950s while surpassing 3 million streams and leading to sold-out international shows. That project laid the groundwork for the themes explored in her forthcoming album.
The new release will continue to address resilience, womanhood, and creative independence, reflecting Owen’s belief in visibility and recognition at every stage of life. Her authenticity has resonated widely, earning admiration from Helen Mirren, Jamie Lee Curtis, John Goodman, Jamie Cullum, and Jennifer Coolidge.
With upcoming performances across the United States and Europe, Owen remains deeply engaged with audiences as her artistic story continues to unfold.
