Kalia Vandever expands her introspective solo language on Mana, a spacious and emotionally direct record that moves between ambient jazz, electroacoustic textures and intimate songwriting. Released through International Anthem, the album continues the dreamlike atmosphere of We Fell In Turn while opening a more personal and vocal-centered chapter.

Built around processed trombone, sparse piano and subtle electronic layers, the music unfolds with patience and restraint. Rather than following traditional jazz structures, Mana drifts through shifting emotional landscapes, allowing silence and texture to carry as much weight as melody itself.

The album’s title refers to a foundational spiritual force, and that sense of quiet power runs throughout the record. Themes of longing, loss and uncertainty emerge through deeply personal lyrics and understated arrangements, giving the music a fragile but grounded presence.

Mana does not aim for dramatic gestures. Its strength lies in subtle movement and emotional clarity, creating a listening experience that feels less like a collection of songs and more like a slow unfolding of thoughts and memories.