A year and a half after releasing his self-produced, independent full-length LP Saturday Morning to critical acclaim, producer and multi-instrumentalist CARRTOONS plans his return to music with his next album, Homegrown. Evolving his trademark Modern Motown sound, CARRTOONS continues to expand his already diverse musical repertoire in jazz, soul, hip-hop, and more. Set for release on April 20th, 2022, Homegrown is Ben Carr’s inaugural release with renowned Wichita Recordings (Bloc Party, First Aid Kit, My Morning Jacket, Yeah Yeah Yeahs.)
The youngest son of jazz violinist Richard Carr (Bill Laswell, Bootsy Collins), Ben received his college degree in Jazz Performance, made his debut with Mad Satta, and opened for artists like Thundercat, Nick Hakim, Gabriel Garzon Montano, and Mac Ayres. Over the last few years, he has become one of the most sought-after producers in music through his eye-catching Instagram videos, powerful bass lines, and memorable melodies. His unique fills, phrases, and compositions made him an instant favorite, leading to recent collaborations with Robert Glasper, Alex Isley, Kiefer, and Butcher Brown.
The success of Saturday Morning was the first sign of evolution in CARRTOONS career, with the album surpassing 2 million streams on Spotify in mid-February. The ad placement of his track “Give It Up” with Green Mountain Coffee gave him exposure to a whole new audience, while his guest feature on the Tiny Desk series rearranging the NPR theme songs for their 50th anniversary was also a hit. Starting 2022 off strong, CARRTOONS’ recent work with The KOUNT led to the release of their ultra-viral video “On My Way” and the organic growth of over 100,000 followers in 4 weeks on Instagram.
His continued strides in music, along with astonishing growth across several platforms is clear indication of Ben Carr’s promise and potential. More than just an album; Homegrown characterizes the hard work, seeds sown, and natural growth of a gifted musician. An artist you will want to watch!
Tracklist
1. Homegrown
2. Toons
3. Groceries (feat. Nigel Hall)
4. Be There For You
5. Lighta (feat. Rae Khalil)
6. Vamp
7. Read My Lips (feat. Floyd Fuji)
8. Cadillac (feat. Richard Carr, Pierce Allen)
9. Hollywood
10. Flamingos (feat. Tennishu)
11. Young Buck (feat. DJ Harrison)
12. Northern Lights (feat. Fonville)
13. Pressure Over Pleasure (feat. Lo Artiz, Julia Zivic)
14. White Widow
