“Pied Piper-like allure” – Ronald Jackson, Smooth Jazz Ride.
From her 2011 debut album, Crossing Over, to her 2025 Billboard #1 masterpiece, Livin’ It Up, artist Kim Scott has captivated global audiences on stage and across the airwaves. Known for her exceptional tone, intoxicating melodies, and flawless technique, she is one of the most sought-after flutists in both the classical and jazz fields.
With six acclaimed albums to her credit, Scott has solidified her status as a mainstay of the genre. Her 2022 release, SHINE, and her most recent 2025 project, Livin’ It Up, both reached the #1 spot on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz Albums chart, proving her continued evolution and massive appeal. As of 2026, she has secured an astounding nine #1 singles, including the 2025 chart-topper “Freedom” and her latest viral hit, “Hide & Seek.”
The contemporary jazz superstar has garnered an ever-growing fan base through her constant presence on the performance scene and her role as the host of the nationally syndicated “Kim Scott’s Block Party Radio.” Her impact was recently recognized by the industry when she was named the Smooth Jazz Network’s Artist of the Year, a testament to her “fresh image and sound” in today’s scene.
A prolific collaborator, Scott has performed and recorded alongside Jonathan Fritzen, James Lloyd, Jazmin Ghent, Greg Manning and many more. She remains a vital member of the all-female jazz supergroup Jazz in Pink, sharing the stage with keyboardist Gail Johnson and violinist Karen Briggs. From the historic Blues Alley to major 2026 festival headlining slots at Seabreeze and the Pompano Beach Jazz Festival, Kim Scott continues to lead the way for the next generation of jazz artists.
