Hugh Hitchcock delivers explosion of funk and fusion on new album
(Published: December 25, 2019)

Hugh Hitchcock is back with an exciting new release that feels like a real explosion of groove and funk.

His most recent studio effort is a fascinating project titled Funkatology. The songs on this record are pure, unadulterated fun with a fantastic twist and a groundbreaking feel. Hitchcock is a larger-than-life performance wiz who puts so much focus and energy into his playing. His keys are agile and direct, making for an intense and direct feel.

What's striking about this album is that it is catchy, yet extremely versatile, because Hitchcock set out to explore so many different styles under one roof. The charm of Funkatology is not only found in the amazing quality of the production and performance; it is also about combining the sophistication of jazz with the groundbreaking feel of funk, and pretty much everything in between. This is classy, yet powerful, combining the best elements of different musical languages in order to create something that's absolutely one-of-a-kind.