Music Showcase – Sydney Jo Jackson “You Should Be Here”
Meet Sydney Jo Jackson, the Birmingham-born, London-based artist whose gritty, soulful voice cuts straight to the heart. Inspired by legends like Millie Jackson, Tina Turner, and Prince, Sydney fuses old-school soul, blues, and funk with a modern edge, crafting a sound that’s as fearless as it is addictive.
Her debut single, “You Should Be Here,” is a sultry slow burner that drips with smoky brass, hypnotic beats, and vocals that command attention. Written in one spontaneous take while vibing to a beat by Jonas Bauer in Bali, the track captures raw emotion and the kind of energy that can’t be faked. It’s a deep dive into confronting personal flaws, breaking cycles, and finally understanding accountability. Sydney’s music is born from life’s chaos. She’s lived through domestic abuse, a failed high-profile relationship, followed later by a painful divorce.
Instead of letting it define her, she’s turned it into art. “I can’t afford therapy,” she says, “so I write songs. My music is where I say everything I think out loud—it’s unfiltered and raw in every way.” This is more than music; it’s healing, powerful and a route for survival. Sydney Jo Jackson is for anyone who’s ever felt broken and fought their way back.
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