Clutch Players University Musical Spotlight - Coultrain 'Jungle Mumbo Jumbo'

Clutch U had the honor to speak to someone with such immense passion for music and art and that is Plug Research artist Coultrain...
 

(CP) Could you explain your current album title ‘Jungle Mumbo Jumbo’ is there a meaning behind it? And what was the sound you were trying to capture sonically on this album?

(C) The meaning behind the title was a line taken from Jazz legend Abbey Lincoln poem called ‘Where are the African Gods'? In her meaning she was referencing the linage of Black Music and how people perceived the music to be incomprehensible. As, for the sound for the album we did not go into it with a thought it was more about letting the stories dictate the sound.

 (CP) Is there a musical era you would’ve loved to explore? Why?

(C) It depends on the mood I’m in. I love the Traditional Jazz music of the 40’s and 50’s I love the transitions that it had. Also, the Soul and Funk music of the 60’s and 70’s even some of the Pop music from the 40’s. However, the Jazz era is what inspires me the most.  I think I’ve would’ve wanted to explore Black American music in general. And, even with the social climate through those eras I would’ve wanted to be a part of it just to be in the spirit of it.

(CP) If you were able to interview someone who influenced you musically or personally who would it be? And what would be the conversational topics?

(C) It would've been Betty Carter.  Because of her insight and outlook on what music was and her passion is what I admire. If you hear her speak about what she does, how she did it, and why she did it makes her music even more profound. I would’ve wanted to hear her speak about the struggle and strength to be herself in Black American music.

(CP) Since, you are from St. Louis where style is everything. Describe your personal dressing style? And does it correlate with your musical style?

(C) I think so. But, style in itself has nothing to do with fashion. My style probably entails pieces of classic material, also with different cultures involved. Style is very important it’s kind of like its own art outside of the music. When I dress for performances or regular life it’s not a big difference it’s just how I see the colors and how they go together.

(CP) What’s next for Coultrain? Are there any tours?

(C) Yes, we are putting together dates and regions to hit real soon.

(CP) Clutch Players University would like to thank you for taking time out to speak with us. Could you leave any words of encouragement to our clutch players, visionaries, or dreamers?

(C) " The places where truth can be found cannot be seen."
 

 

 

Coultrain 'Jungle Mumbo Jumbo'

 

 

Connections:

https://www.facebook.com/coultrainseymourliberty

https://twitter.com/COULTRAIN

P.R.Leah@ThePressRoomLA.com

 

Clip of Betty Carter taken from:

www.kalamu.com

 

Clutch Players University caught up with Bobbito Garcia a.k.a Kool Bob Love to discuss his current film...

 

 

 

 

(CP) What was the inspiration behind the film ‘Doin It In The Park:  Pick-up Basketball'?

 



(BG) I had an idea for a documentary on NYC outdoor ball back in the '90s, but never put it into action until I saw Kevin Couliau's "Heart & Soul of New York City" video in early 2010 (https://vimeo.com/11369175). I instantly knew he was the right person to bring along for the journey! The advantage we had as filmmakers was that we both played ball, so we could show up to any court and instantly earn the trust of the local players, and get them to be at ease on camera. We have a pretty cool “Making Of” video about our inspiration at http://doinitinthepark.com/thefilmmakers.

(CP) Tell us about the musical soundtrack for the film?

 

EDDIE PALMIERI

 

(BG)  We’ll be releasing a soundtrack EP on digital/cd/vinyl this summer featuring original compositions that nine-time Grammy award winner Eddie Palmieri recorded for our score. We’re blessed to have him down with us! We have a cool “Making Of” video about the music featured in our film here: http://doinitinthepark.com/soundtrack.

 

(CP) Could you briefly describe a scenario where a participant in any of the pick-up games took you by surprise?

(BG) New York is full of surprises! There were plenty courts we’d show up to, play against 5’3” high school kids thinking we’d blow them out, but they’d know every crack and crevice on their park and would play with such heart. And they’d win! One day in Brooklyn, a player got upset that co-director Kevin Couliau was filming him and the dude smacked Kev’s camera off his face. Not cool! You can see some wild deleted scenes on our www.doinitinthepark.com blog. That’s also were people can support by buying a download/stream. DIY baby!
 

 

MALANI  MALIK A.K.A "M&M" OVERSEAS PRO


 

KENNY RODRIGUEZ A.K.A "THE BLENDA" HARLEM GLOBETROTTER





JAMES WILLIAMS A.K.A "FLY" ALL - PLAYGROUND LEGEND

 

(CP) What is the message you want to convey to the audience?

 

(BG) Pick-up is unequivocally the essence of the sport, and what inventor Dr. James Naismith most intended the game to be when he invented basketball in 1891. Our film inspires people of all ages to participate in recreation at their local court, whether that's in Accra, Ghana, or The Pit in Washington Heights. We’ve done outdoor screenings all over the world that were free for the community. We want to help give back to the people who inspired us.

 

We do not view our project as a film. It’s a movement. We released the digital download worldwide on May 1 exclusively at www.doinitinthepark.com, and there have been more purchases overseas than in the US! Our message is universal. We’re in US theaters starting next week with openings in NYC, Oakland, Chicago plus one-night special screenings in San Fran, LA, Miami, and Philly through www.tugg.com/titles/doinitinthepark  “Theatrical On Demand.” Our full calendar is at www.doinitinthepark.com/screenings.

So it’s only the beginning. A lot of people will see our film. And we’re doing this 100% independently.

 

Thanks for the love. Keep playing ball. Or start now. Outdoors. It’s free J