Jason Mraz dedicates newest album to his late grandmother’s love of gospel music

Jason Mraz is just a softy at heart. The singer-songwriter was introduced to music by his grandmother. He’s paying her back with the songs on his latest album.

Jason Mraz is in the family way these days.

His newest release, “Grandma’s Gospel Favorites,” is a collection of songs he grew up hearing.

Jason Mraz: “They are timeless classics and it’s music of comfort and healing through life.”

The album was recorded back in 2007. It was originally a Christmas gift for his grandma.

Jason Mraz: “A few years ago, she passed away and I got my masters back, in a sense. So here we are today, finally sharing what my grandmother wished I had shared many years ago.”

These traditional tunes raised her spirits and brought a smile to her face.

Jason Mraz: “Gospel radio was all that was on, whether it was in her car, a radio sitting next to her, this was the music that really delighted her the most and filled the airwaves in her home.”

Jason’s “Still Yours 2026 East Coast Tour” just kicked off. His opening act is Phillip Labes. He’s the subject of Mraz’s documentary, “The Opener.”

Jason Mraz: “It’s the story of what it takes to be on the road, overcome obstacles and challenges, the acceptance from your fam...