Adam Blackstone - Humble Magic, Vol. 1 (2025)

"Humble Magic, Vol. 1" is the sophomore album from the Emmy-winning multi-instrumentalist, producer, and musical director Adam Blackstone, serving as the follow-up to his debut record, "Legacy". The album is a masterful fusion of jazz, soul, and R&B, showcasing both Blackstone's virtuosity as a musician and his talent as a curator, bringing together a constellation of renowned artists.

The record features an impressive lineup of guests, including Fantasia, Estelle, Queen Latifah, and Trombone Shorty, as well as legendary musicians Questlove and James Poyser. The album contains original compositions alongside reimagined versions of classic standards, such as George Gershwin's "Summertime". The album's soundscape is rich with live instrumentation, intricate arrangements, and soulful vocals, creating a warm and authentic atmosphere. Each track highlights the unique style of its featured guest while remaining organically woven into the overarching jazz and soul aesthetic curated by Blackstone.



Tracklist:
1-1 Adam Blackstone - Get Happy [2:26]
1-2 Adam Blackstone;Trombone Shorty - Humble Magic [5:28]
1-3 Adam Blackstone;Estelle - What You Won't Be [4:11]
1-4 Adam Blackstone - A Madrugada [8:21]
1-5 Adam Blackstone;Fantasia - Summertime [5:10]
1-6 Adam Blackstone;James Poyser;Keyon Harrold;Questlove - 'Round Midnight [4:12]
1-7 Adam Blackstone;Queen Latifah - Back On The Strip [3:20]
1-8 Adam Blackstone;Kay Manée - Detour Ahead [4:28]
1-9 Adam Blackstone;Jamar Jones;Quennel Gaskin;The BBE All-Star Band - If It Had Not Been [6:52]