We’ve all been there, party animals. New Year’s can be super pressure-filled or absolutely delightful, and there’s really no way to predict which one you’ll get. Thankfully, we can always control what we listen to and who we choose to surround ourselves with as we ring in a new year, and that alone feels like a good start.

So here’s a mix to set the mood, whether you’re hosting friends and shimmying in the living room, hanging out in pajamas watching it all unfold on TV, or calling it a night before midnight. This playlist keeps things smooth and celebratory with a classic jazz twist.  Ella, Ray, Frank, Nina, and a few modern voices keep the champagne flowing.

At just over an hour, it starts with big-band sparkle and swing, then winds down into timeless vocals and slow-dance charm. Here’s to a beautiful new year full of love, support, strength, and good energy, my friends. Cheers.

Jazzy New Year