EP 75: Chords of Connection with Andréa Lisa

Some artists play music. Others live it.On this episode of Jazz Flyte, Darrell sits down with SouthAfrican-born, New Zealand-raised musical powerhouse Andréa Lisa. A singer, guitarist, composer, and producer, Andréa has crafted a sound that blends jazz, soul, and reggae with deeply personal storytelling. From accidentally picking up a guitar at 14 to working with the legendary Kirk Whalum, Andréa shares the unexpected turns that shaped her career.She breaks down the creative process behind her standout tracks—Tribe, inspired by the warmth of human connection and Vortex, influenced by Abraham Hicks, Andrea also gives us a peek behind the curtain of her songwriting process, the emotions that fuel her music, and how her album Silver Lining came together. Whether she’s making people laugh or making them feel, Andréa Lisa is an artist whose journey is as powerful as her sound.Don’t miss this deep dive into music, emotion, and the art of storytelling through song.