Stepping confidently into 2026, Luminoso release ‘3-2-1’, a vibrant album that fuses classic jazz elegance with pop, R&B, and Latin influences. Led by acclaimed pianist Brian Clemens and fronted by Milan-born vocalist Francesca Confortini, the record showcases the band at their most assured, blending timeless jazz foundations with contemporary flair and irresistible, toe-tapping originals.
The title track, ‘3-2-1 (I’m In Love With You)’, opens with lush piano and airy vocals before the full band enters, creating an uplifting, feel-good anthem driven by bright horns, catchy hooks, and handclaps. Other highlights, like ‘The Best I’ve Found’, reveal the band’s versatility, incorporating 90s-inspired pop textures and smooth R&B-inflected jazz harmonies.
Luminoso’s international reputation is well-earned, with performances across Dublin, Barcelona, Istanbul, and London, and Francesca having shared stages with artists such as Cat Stevens and Rod Stewart. Fans of Pink Martini, Ella Fitzgerald, Michael Bublé, Stevie Wonder, and Postmodern Jukebox will find much to admire here: a band that effortlessly balances sophistication, charm, and modern sensibility.
‘3-2-1’ confirms Luminoso as one of 2026’s most exciting jazz-infused acts, delivering music that is both nostalgic and refreshingly contemporary.
