Linger Awhile LP (Verve)

At 22, Samara Joy debuts her second album, "Linger Awhile," with Verve. Featuring a blend of classics, her silky voice shines, from lounge-jazz to Gershwin's "Someone to Watch Over Me." She adds a modern twist to timeless tunes. The album pays homage to jazz standards while appealing to younger audiences, retaining the genre's elegance and depth. Supported by a stellar band, her rendition of the 1923 classic "Linger Awhile" is a standout, reflecting her maturity.