04 September 2019 - 0 Comments

This month Danny McCrum is releasing his fourth album Hustle Bustle.The new album was recorded in Auckland and L.A. and showcases Danny’s unique and sophisticated song writing and musicianship.

Hustle Bustle is a wild ride; a mix of funk, pop, rock and jazz fused together to create it’s own sound.The lyrics are poignant and bold, the emotions are broad and the musicianship speaks for itself.

"Danny has created a beautiful album of finely-tuned, soul-searching, gut-wrenching rock songs that just drip with mojo and lessons learned! Bang your drum, McCrum!" Tommy Emmanuel

“Fave tracks Full Speed Ahead and Mine All Mine… your guitar playing is killer!” Greg Johnson

“Danny has managed to craft a collection of songs that demonstrate musicality mixed with pop-esque sensibilities that is not often seen.” Bobby Kennedy (OpShop)

The album signifies a return to form for Danny McCrum who almost gave up on music a few years ago. Burnt out and frustrated Danny considered leaving it all behind him.Instead he decided to turn his attention to session work and collaborations. "Suddenly I felt free; I didn’t have to play the game anymore.I could simply play music and focus on the craft rather than get bogged down by the more negative aspects of the business." During this time Danny travelled the world, played shows all over New Zealand, Australia, Singapore and the US.

Then, while walking along the street in Vienna, the muse returned and Danny decided to start writing his fourth album. "I heard the feeling of the album somehow, I realised I had more to say and I felt I was in a good place to make the album simply for the love of it."

Hustle Bustle features many great musicians including Jayden Lee (Alae) on drums, Alistair Meffin (Alae) on keys and Dan Antunovich on bass. The album was mixed by Nick Poortman and mastered by Chris Chetland.

Throughout his career Danny has kept great company, working with and supporting many top artists and producers including Eric Clapton, Tommy Emmanuel, John Mayer, John Butler Trio, Jeff Beck, Norah Jones, Jimmy Barnes, Simple Minds, Greg Haver, Alex Burke (US), Lizzie Marvelly, Peter van Gent, Magnolia Memoir (US), Georgia Lines, Phil Edwards Band, the Michael Jackson tribute show 'King Of Pop, The Legend Continues’ and AutoMatic 80s.

Along with OpShop drummer Bobby Kennedy, Danny co-hosts the podcast series Don’t Give Up Your Day Job where they talk to creative professionals about their experiences in the entertainment business.Their guests have included Tommy Emmanuel, Sylvia Massey (Prince, Tom Petty), Bob Reynolds (John Mayer, Snarky Puppy), Scott Page (Supertramp, Toto, Pink Floyd), Allison Quigan (Shortland Street), Guy Massey (Ed Sheeran, Paul McCartney), Karl Steven (Supergroove), Lucy Graves (CeeLo Green, Black Eyed Peas), Mark Hughes (Dave Dobbyn, Tim Finn, Bic Runga), Nathan Haines, Bryan Bell (Jordan Luck Band), Malika Tirolien (Snarky Puppy, Bokante) and Joel Shadbolt (L.A.B.).

Hustle Bustle will be released on September 27th and will be available on www.dannymccrum.com, iTunes, Bandcamp and all the streaming platforms.

Danny McCrum is endorsed by Rockbox Electronics and Chris Campbell Guitars.

www.dannymccrum.com / www.dontgiveupyourdayjob.co.nz

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