Emerging from Chicago’s vibrant jazz scene, Isaiah Collier is a saxophonist, multi-instrumentalist and composer known for his powerful, exploratory approach. A member of Angel Bat Dawid & Tha Brotherhood, he has also collaborated with Chance the Rapper, Wadada Leo Smith and Junius Paul.

Following Parallel Universe (2023), Collier returns with JOY, a five-track EP released in July 2026 on Brownswood Recordings. Blending spiritual jazz, soul and vocals, the record explores joy as a source of connection, resilience and transformation.