LIVE IN THE CLUTCH : Clutch Players University Musical Spotlight

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?

(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?