British Jazz Trumpeter Stuart Hawkins to Release New Project “Hey!” on Feb. 7th, 2025 | LISTEN!
British Trumpeter Stuart Hawkins to Release New Album Hey! on February 7,2025
BANGKOK, THAILAND, January 6, 2025 – British jazz trumpeter and composer Stuart Hawkins announces the release of his second album, Hey!, set for February 7, 2025. Recorded in the vibrant music scene of Bangkok, Hey! showcases some of Thailand’s top jazz talent and offers a refreshing blend of jazz, funk, hip-hop and blues.
The album features a dynamic collection of original compositions by Stuart, ranging from upbeat jazz-funk grooves to laid-back neo-soul, as well as a powerful gospel blues arrangement of Amazing Grace.
Hey! opens with the title track, which was released as a single in 2024 and has already garnered over 100,000 streams on Spotify. The track kicks off with a catchy jazz trumpet hook and builds a party vibe with unison horn lines, vocals and rap by U.S. guest vocalist Coco LaShaun, along with sizzling trumpet, tenor sax and drum solos.
Other standout tracks include the high-energy jazz-funk anthem Heat, the smooth late-night vibes of Swagger and the funky jazz instrumental Showtime, inspired by the LA Lakers’ iconic ‘Showtime’ era. Additionally, Elo March is a playful nod to competitive chess while Follow Me is a groovy Harmon mute feature. The instrumental track Nakhon offers relaxed beach vibes and is named after Nakhon Si Thammarat in Southern Thailand where Stuart conceived the idea for this album.
“It’s been a dream of mine to write and record my own music, and I’m excited for people to hear my original songs,” says Stuart. “The album blends jazz, funk, hip-hop and blues, and I hope it brings something fresh, fun and soulful to music fans of all backgrounds.”
“This was the most incredible recording I was lucky to be part of,” says U.S. jazz singer Coco LaShaun, who hails from Washington D.C. “Every musician on this recording is a beast at what they do! Stuart writes soul jazz music that makes you want to get out of your seat! I can’t wait for you all to hear Hey!”.
Hey! marks Stuart’s return to the recording scene following his charity single Love at Sundown and his debut album And What If I Don’t, both originally released in partnership with Universal Music Thailand. This new album highlights his evolving sound and his skills as both a performer and a composer.
For those who enjoy jazz and soulful, feel-good vibes, Hey! by Stuart Hawkins is a must-listen. The album will be available globally on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music, from February 7, 2025. In anticipation of the album launch, Stuart will be releasing a Latin version of the title track on January 23, offering a Latin jazz twist on the original.
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