For Your Consideration:
1. "Oneness" by Sivan Arbel
Best Vocal Jazz Album
2. "Yin Yang" for:
Best Jazz Performance
3. "Oneness" (song) for:
Best Arrangement, Instruments and Vocals
"Oneness" is a soul-stirring journey — music that moves the body, touches the soul, and calls us home to ourselves and to each other. Rooted in jazz, it weaves Middle Eastern roots, West African grooves, and Indian melodies into a vibrant tapestry of vocals, sound and dance. This unifying experience invites you to dive inward, awaken your body, and remember our shared humanity
Born from Sivan’s deep journey to connect more profoundly with the world around her, her music reflects her response to the growing divisions in society. Through the vibrant musical traditions of her community, she calls us to come together, honor one another, and see beyond our superficial divides.
"Oneness" also serves as a testament to Sivan’s decade-long musical journey in New York City, where she embraced the city’s rich cultural diversity. Her innovative rhythmic exploration and angelic tone will captivate listeners, alongside her collaborations with the Brooklyn Raga Massive musicians: Jay Gandhi on Bansuri flute and Tripp Dudley on percussion. This blend of Indian classical concepts with contemporary jazz vividly illustrates the harmony of Eastern and Western traditions, breaking free from traditional confines to offer a vibrant mosaic of unity.
Recorded alongside her NYC band—Nick Hetko on piano, Sam Weber on bass, and Evan Hyde on drums—“Oneness” represents a significant milestone in their collaborative evolution. As their debut album as a band, it showcases a distinctive sound honed through performances across the US since 2016. This album stands as a culmination of their collective growth, promising to leave a lasting impact on listeners with their transcendent fusion of dynamics, improvisation and rhythmic playfulness.