Artist page · 06/07/2026

Joel Ross

ChicagoBorn in 1996Compilations Jazz / Blues4 vinyl albums
Joel Ross, a US vibraphonist born in Chicago in 1996, is a contemporary jazz artist noted for post-bop styles. His active recording career includes multiple albums on Blue Note Records and collaborations signifying the modern jazz scene.
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About

Joel Ross, Chicago-born vibraphonist shaping contemporary post-bop jazz.

4 studio albums on Blue Note and Universal; vinyl editions with multiple pressings tracked in real time.

Joel Ross has established a presence in contemporary jazz with a focus on vibraphone-led post-bop compositions. His discography includes the 2026 LP Gospel Music, and the 2024 album Nublues, both available on vinyl through Blue Note and Universal. He started recording professionally around the late 2010s, with records such as Who Are You? (2020) and The Parable Of The Poet (2022) also widely distributed. Ross's releases are known for their stereo vinyl editions and limited pressings that interest collectors tracking variants and market prices.

His progression from Chicago roots to a recognized Brooklyn-based artist demonstrates a consistent exploration of jazz’s emotional and harmonic landscapes, blending traditional and contemporary elements through his vibraphone technique and…

Discography

Joel Ross — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Gospel MusicBlue Note · 2026
2026
Gospel Music
File, FLAC, Album, Stereo
Studio
NubluesBlue Note · 2024
2024
Nublues
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
The Parable Of The PoetBlue Note · 2022
2022
The Parable Of The Poet
CD, Album
Studio
The Chicago ExperimentRopeadope · 2022
2022
The Chicago Experiment
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Who Are You?Blue Note · 2020
2020
Who Are You?
CD, Album
Studio
KingMakerBlue Note · 2019
2019
KingMaker
CD, Album
Studio
In CommonWhirlwind Recordings · 2018
2018
In Common
CD, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Joel Ross's career.

01
BENEDICTION
BENEDICTION
The Parable Of The Poet · 2022
02
central park west
central park west
Nublues · 2024
03
Prayer
Prayer
The Parable Of The Poet · 2022
04
Gato's Gift
Gato's Gift
Who Are You? · 2020
05
what am i waiting for?
what am i waiting for?
Nublues · 2024
06
Yana
Yana
KingMaker · 2019
07
early
early
Nublues · 2024
08
Ill Relations
Ill Relations
KingMaker · 2019

The essentials

The 3 Joel Ross albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2026
LP, Album, Limited Edition
Gospel Music

Latest major release featuring 17 tracks of post-bop jazz enriched with spiritual and emotive motifs, issued on high-value limited edition vinyl.

17 tracksBlue Note labelLimited EditionPost Bop style
#2 · 2024
LP, Album, Stereo
Nublues

A 10-track album blending contemporary jazz elements on stereo vinyl, available in multiple pressings worldwide with notable price variations.

10 tracksBlue Note labelWorldwide releaseStereo vinyl
#3 · 2022
LP, Album, Stereo
The Parable Of The Poet

Seven-track studio album on Blue Note featuring introspective jazz and engaging vibraphone work, offered in both standard and limited edition formats.

7 tracksBlue Note labelStereo vinylUS releases

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Joel Ross's vibraphone commands attention, blending tradition with modern jazz sensibility.
— Jazz critic
01Release

Gospel Music issued on Blue Note in 2026

The limited edition LP 'Gospel Music' was released in the US and worldwide in 2026 on Blue Note, catalog number 00602488058308. It features 17 tracks including 'Wisdom Is Eternal (For Barry Harris)'.

2026US
02Pressing Details

Multiple pressings of Nublues in 2024

'Nublues', issued in 2024 on Blue Note, has at least two known pressings differing by catalog numbers 00602458376630 and 00602458376647, with price ranges from €17.30 to €23.06.

2024Worldwide
03Catalog

The Parable Of The Poet vinyl versions

This 2022 Blue Note album has multiple vinyl editions, including a limited edition with catalog number B003467701, and a standard edition catalog B003467601, showing price fluctuations on the market.

2022US
04Early Career

Who Are You? album from 2020

'Who Are You?', an album released in 2020 on Blue Note, underlines Ross's rise with 15 tracks and steady market availability on vinyl at consistent pricing.

2020US
05Collaborations

The Chicago Experiment LP, 2022

Released in 2022 by Ropeadope, 'The Chicago Experiment' is a significant project featuring contemporary and avant-garde jazz elements, most notably pressed on LP format.

2022US

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FAQ

FAQ: Joel Ross on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

Who is Joel Ross and what is his main instrument?

Joel Ross is a vibraphonist from Chicago known for his work in contemporary post-bop jazz.

What are notable vinyl releases by Joel Ross available today?

Key vinyl albums include "Gospel Music" (2026), "Nublues" (2024), and "The Parable Of The Poet" (2022), mostly on Blue Note Records.

What is the price range for Joel Ross's Nublues LP on vinyl?

The "Nublues" LP vinyl edition varies from approximately €17.30 to €23.06 depending on the pressing.

Are Joel Ross's records pressed in countries outside the US?

Yes, several releases such as "Nublues" and "Gospel Music" have worldwide pressings with different catalog numbers.

How can the vinyl quality of Joel Ross's albums be described?

His albums usually appear in stereo vinyl formats with some limited edition pressings, ensuring good collector's quality.

Where was Joel Ross born and where does he currently reside?

Joel Ross was born in Chicago, US, and is currently based in Brooklyn, New York.

How many tracks are on the album Gospel Music and what style is it?

"Gospel Music" contains 17 tracks featuring post-bop jazz compositions with spiritual themes.

Which album by Joel Ross has the highest number of vinyl pressings and availability?

"Nublues" has multiple pressings with over 360 copies owned and many units currently for sale worldwide.

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Last updated: 06/07/2026