Jazz Artist Zacchae’us Paul Releases Cover of “The Great Pumpkin Waltz” | LISTEN!
ZACCHAE’US PAUL RELEASES COVER OF VINCE GUARALDI’S
THE GREAT PUMPKIN WALTZ
FROM THE CLASSIC IT’S THE GREAT PUMPKIN CHARLIE BROWN
(Friday October 11, 2024) TODAY, Zacchae’us Paul releases his cover of the Vince Guaraldi classic, “THE GREAT PUMPKIN WALTZ” from the iconic 1966 TV special, It’s The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown. The beloved Guaraldi scores of the Charlie Brown specials have become timeless jazz standards, cherished by generations of listeners and now reimagined through Paul’s fresh, contemporary lens. And Paul’s new interpretation comes just in time for Halloween celebrations.
Produced and engineered by Paul and featuring him on rhodes, keybass, and vocals, with support from Mykel Perdue on backing vocals, and Brandon Buz Donald on drums, the track is a soulful reimagining that infuses the beloved melody with contemporary jazz flair and youthful energy.
Last month Paul released “TOO MANY GUNS” which contemplates the aftermath of gun violence, “where shattered bottles and haunting echoes fill the streets.” The song captures the tragic cycle of death and decay in Black neighborhoods, highlighting the pain and loss that follow each gunshot, and a poignant reminder of school shootings that have become all too common.
In July, Paul released his full length album JAZZ MONEY with storied and recently relaunched Jazz label Candid Records. Zacchae’us’ music is a fresh take on jazz, blending Atlanta hip-hop, gospel, and Caribbean rhythms. With influences from his upbringing in Atlanta and studies in Puerto Rico, Paul crafts a youthful and thoughtful sound.
Paul’s musical journey began in his childhood home studio, influenced by his step-father and experiences in church. His exploration of jazz intensified after discovering Duke Ellington, leading him to pursue music beyond the church community, later studying in Puerto Rico to expand his musical horizons. He has performed with Terri Lyne Carrington, Melanie Charles, Henry Cole and Saunders Sermons (Jay Z, Fantasia, Maxwell) all of whom are featured on Jazz Money.
In January of this year, Zacchae’us played a packed show at Brooklyn’s Baby’s Alright during NYC Winter Jazzfest.
Zacchae’us is part of a new generation of Candid Records artists which also includes Simon Moullier and Milena Casado, all of whom have come to the label via Candid A&R consultant Terri Lyne Carrington. The recently relaunched label – which already has 4 GRAMMY® wins to its credit since 2021 – is building on its legacy as one of the most storied and influential American independent labels of the 1960s.
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