Laura Osa - a new star of Jazz Vocals, appropriately named Scottish Jazz awards 'Rising star' in 2024. Known for her sweet, ethereal vocals and deeply emotional delivery, her music offers a stunning, genre-blurring fusion of R’n’B, gospel, and jazz. Islay audiences will remember Laura from her last brilliant appearance two years ago, where she accompanied Laura Macdonald in a memorable set of classic jazz. This year, we are thrilled to welcome her back to the festival stage in her own right. Fronting an incredible band of Scotland’s finest young players, the rising star singer-songwriter is set to deliver an unforgettable performance.It’s going to be a true festival highlight!