Diana Krall achieves historic success on Billboard Jazz Albums chart

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Tracy Phillips Event Experience Manager | Long Center for Performing Arts

Diana Krall has established herself as a prominent figure in the jazz music scene, achieving a significant milestone as the only jazz singer to have eight albums debut at the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. Her discography has earned her numerous accolades, including two Grammy Awards and ten Juno Awards. Additionally, her albums have received nine gold, three platinum, and seven multi-platinum certifications.

Krall's musical style defies categorization into a single genre, contributing to her status as one of today's most recognizable artists. The New York Times highlighted her vocal qualities, describing it as “A voice at once cool and sultry, wielded with a rhythmic sophistication.” NPR also praised her contributions to jazz music by stating that “She is one of the finest jazz vocalists and pianists of her generation, creating a unique sound that combines sophisticated jazz sensibilities with a timeless elegance.”