Jessica Sanchez Joins EDM Producer Zed on New Track “Hourglass”

Jessica Sanchez, best known as the runner-up on American Idol Season 11 and for memorable television appearances, is featured on a new collaboration with EDM producer Zed. The track, titled “Hourglass,” appears on Zed’s recently released iTunes Sessions collection, which was made available today.

This pairing highlights Sanchez’s versatile vocal talent and Zed’s atmospheric production. Sanchez first connected with material from Zed when she performed his hit “Clarity” as the lead singer of a rival club on the television series Glee last spring. That televised performance introduced her interpretation of Zed’s writing to a broader audience, and she has since sung the song live with Zed on a few occasions. Those appearances helped build anticipation for this studio collaboration.

“Hourglass” presents Sanchez’s voice against Zed’s signature electronic textures, blending emotive pop vocals with layered, synth-driven arrangements. The track showcases her dynamic range and phrasing over contemporary EDM production, offering a fresh take that complements both artists’ strengths. Listeners who follow Sanchez for her powerful ballad work and stage presence will find her delivery on this song both intimate and commanding, while fans of Zed’s production will recognize the lush, expansive soundscapes that frame her performance.

There has been some confusion in earlier reports about the song’s origin. The version on Zed’s iTunes Sessions is a new recorded collaboration featuring Jessica Sanchez, and it is presented as Zed’s production of an existing composition from his earlier catalog. In other words, the track reflects Zed’s original songwriting and production approach while prominently featuring Sanchez’s vocal interpretation.

For listeners seeking the song, “Hourglass” is included in Zed’s iTunes Sessions release. The collection gathers studio versions and reimagined takes from the producer’s work, and Sanchez’s feature is one of the notable guest vocal performances on that release. The single is available through official digital storefronts and streaming platforms where Zed’s iTunes Sessions is distributed.

Jessica Sanchez’s career since American Idol has included a variety of musical projects and collaborations that span pop, R&B, and television performances. Her appearances on Glee helped bridge her TV exposure with broader musical endeavors, and collaborations like this one with Zed continue to demonstrate her adaptability across genres. Working with an EDM producer like Zed expands her repertoire beyond traditional pop and ballad formats and positions her voice within more contemporary electronic arrangements.

Critically, collaborations between vocalists with strong pop sensibilities and EDM producers can create crossover appeal: the producer brings rhythmic and textural innovation while the singer contributes melodic focus and emotional narrative. “Hourglass” follows that model, giving listeners a new way to hear Sanchez’s voice while honoring Zed’s compositional style.

If you enjoyed her Glee performances or her acoustic showcases, this collaboration is a chance to hear Jessica Sanchez in a modern studio setting that emphasizes both vocal clarity and electronic atmosphere. The track’s presence on the iTunes Sessions release ensures it is part of an official package that highlights Zed’s work, and it marks another recognizable entry in Sanchez’s growing discography of guest features and collaborative recordings.

Keep an eye on official platform listings for the iTunes Sessions release to stream or purchase “Hourglass” and to explore other tracks included in Zed’s recent sessions collection.