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Gregory Hutchinson released his debut solo album, “Da Bang”

Gregory Hutchinson

Gregory Hutchinson, the renowned drummer known for his exceptional work alongside jazz legends and contemporary music icons, unveiled his debut solo album, “Da Bang,” via Warner Music. This highly anticipated 15-track release is a testament to Hutchinson’s remarkable journey through music and his unrelenting passion for pushing artistic boundaries.

Gregory Hutchinson’s illustrious career has seen him collaborate with an impressive roster of artists spanning jazz, hip-hop, R&B, and Neo-soul genres. Hutchinson’s versatility knows no bounds, from jazz greats like Betty Carter and Wynton Marsalis to modern trailblazers like Common and Karriem Riggins. His rich and diverse musical upbringing, rooted in classic hip-hop, reggae, and soul sounds, has shaped him into a genre-defying musician.

“Da Bang” is more than just an album; it’s a groundbreaking exploration of musical genres, fusing elements of hip-hop, funk, R&B, and Neo-soul into a harmonious symphony. Hutchinson’s virtuosity on the drums and his fearless approach to songwriting shine through in every track.

The album opens with “What’s Best For Us (Feat. PJ),” a silky-smooth Neo-soul masterpiece that effortlessly blends Hutchinson’s signature beats with soulful vocals. This track sets the stage for the following genre-bending journey, inviting listeners to dance, reflect, and celebrate life.

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“When They’re Gone” takes a darker turn, combining rugged beats, grimy ambiance, and psychedelic layers of texture and melody. Samora’s emotive reggae and dancehall vocals add depth to this track, inspired by Hutchinson’s personal experiences and the loss of jazz trumpeter Wallace Roney and basketball legend Kobe Bryant.

“We Got Drumz (Feat. Javier Starks & Soweto Kinch)” and “My Turn Now” showcase Hutchinson’s incredible drumming prowess, seamlessly blending modern R&B with jazz influences. These tracks are a testament to his ability to bridge generations and styles with his music.

“Da Bang” boasts an impressive lineup of collaborators, including Karriem Riggins, James Poyser, Ray Angry, Nicholas Payton, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Leona Berlin, Vernon Reid, and Sy Smith. This diverse cast of artists reflects Hutchinson’s far-reaching impact on the music world.

As Gregory Hutchinson steps into the spotlight with “Da Bang,” he embarks on a new musical journey while continuing to leave an indelible mark on the worlds of jazz, hip-hop, Neo-soul, and R&B. With this groundbreaking album, he invites audiences to join him on a thrilling exploration of musical frontiers.

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Saint Escape sets the past on fire with latest release “Look At What You Made”

Saint Escape

Saint Escape isn’t here to reconcile the past, they’re here to torch it. Now, with the release of their new single “Look At What You Made,” Saint Escape have unleashed a punishing, nu-metal-infused anthem that just sounds like an equal measure of reckoning and release. It is loud, confrontational, and honest, exactly what a purging rock record should be.

Produced and mixed by Joe Rickard, Starset, Three Days Grace, Breaking Benjamin, the track delivers a tight punch that fuses wild aggression and arena-sized power. “Look At What You Made” doesn’t stop. Rickard’s slick production redoubles Saint Escape’s raw edge rather than sanding it down, and the song takes on a huge, modern rock sound without losing its bite.

“Look At What You Made” is a primal response to toxic authority figures, the kind who kept order through fear, misinformation, and control, and knew where best to leave emotional scars. On “Look At What You Made,” the anger boiling beneath the surface becomes something purposeful, an anthem for anyone who’s been moulded by manipulation and left in its wake. The effect is communal shake-off, a determination not to be shaped by the past.

And lead vocalist Matt Cox provides a threatening, buffed clean vocal performance, of sorts as well, one that’s heavy with anger and determination. There is rage here, but also clarity, a sense that this is less about revenge than about reclaiming autonomy. As Cox puts it, the song is a purge, a reminder that the future belongs to those willing to to take it back. “Look At What You Made” is a testament to strength and newfound independence, it’s further evidence that Saint Escape are bleeding their past into something louder, stranger, and harder to ignore.

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Big O redefines artistic evolution with “When it’s Not Said, But Done” album

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Big O’s “When it’s Not Said, But Done” is a whisper of transformation narrated through rhythm, texture, and space. Across its fifteen tracks, spanning just under forty-seven minutes, Big O sacrifices flash for feeling and ego for essence.

The production feels like an artist who has finally quit chasing something external and is instead listening inward. The flow of the album is methodical but organic, with each track leading into the other as if they were diary entries. On “Free Spirit,” Big O creates a soundscape that embodies freedom in action, with rhythms that propel you forward. It’s one of those rare songs that can be at once contemplative and propulsive, with a slow revelation. And also, “New Found Joy” is an anthem for rebirth.

Big O’s production vision here is sweeping and cinematic, but also intimate. The presence of live musicians gives an organic texture. Jeronimo G’s xylophone on track nine tolls like an intimate conversation, while IB Delight’s saxophone on track ten blows satisfying warmth and longing into the mix. These collaborative moments are the crucial parts of Big O’s unfolding language.

Every choice, from the minimal artwork by Andriyan Robby to the in-house mixing and mastering by Big O himself, is consistent with the album’s spirit of transformational thought. In “When it’s Not Said, But Done,” Big O has created a statement on silent courage. It is an album for those who know that, in reality, real change does not need to be shouted from the mountaintops, but only heard, felt, and lived.

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