Gospel Music is an album by American jazz vibraphonist Joel Ross, released on January 30, 2026, by Blue Note Records
Critical reception
Kevin Le Grende of Jazzwise stated that, "His interpretation of both personal faith and black church traditions, specifically those of his hometown Chicago, is refreshing."
Lucinda Williams, writing in The Observer, stated that "Across 17 tracks, Ross displays the breadth of his arranging skill"
Track listing All tracks written by Joel Ross
Wisdom Is Eternal (For Barry Harris) Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit) Protoevangelium (The First Gospel) Hostile The Shadowlands Nevertheless Word for Word Repentance The Sacred Place A Little Love Goes A Long Way Praise To You, Lord Jesus Christ Calvary The Giver To The Throne (The Mercy Seat) Be Patient The New Man Now & Forevermore
Personnel Joel Ross – vibraphone Josh Johnson – alto saxophone María Grand – tenor saxophone Jeremy Corren – piano Kanoa Mendenhall - bass Jeremy Dutton – drums
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