"Universal Beings" is a sprawling double album that captures Makaya McCraven in a unique live-in-the-studio setting, synthesizing four distinct sessions into a cohesive, globe-trotting statement.
- The album was recorded over four separate sessions in four different cities: Chicago, New York, London, and Los Angeles.
- McCraven utilized a crew of rotating musicians for each session, including notable collaborators like Shabaka Hutchings, Nubya Garcia, and Brandee younger.
- Released on International Anthem, the album was lauded for its ambitious scope and McCraven's signature "beat conductor" style, blending improvisation with studio manipulation.
Makaya McCraven is a drummer, composer, and producer based in Chicago, known for his deconstructive and reconstructive approach to jazz, hip-hop, and electronic music. "Universal Beings" arrived as McCraven was solidifying his reputation as a singular voice in the modern jazz landscape, following acclaimed projects like "In the Moment."
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