Jaime Hinckson

Jaime Hinckson (born Jaime Andrew Hinckson[1] on June 4, 1988) is a Jamaican American jazz pianist and composer who produces[2] reggae, hip hop, and R&B music. Hinckson's unique improvisational style draws from traditions of jazz along with his strong Caribbean heritage. His musical influences include Erroll Garner, Monty Alexander, and his childhood jazz piano instructor Leslie Butler (musician).

Jaime Hinckson
Hinckson in 2020
Background information
Birth nameJaime Andrew Hinckson
Born (1988-06-04) June 4, 1988
Miami, Florida, US
GenresReggae, jazz, hip hop, instrumental
Occupation(s)Pianist, composer, producer
InstrumentsPiano
Years active2006 – present
Websitewww.jaimehinckson.com

Early years

Jaime Hinckson was born on June 4, 1988 in Miami, Florida. Hinckson began playing classical piano at the age of seven[3] studying music with Joan McMorris, the inspiration for his first album and the woman he credits for encouraging him to pursue music. At the age of 12, Hinckson began playing contemporary jazz with instructor Leslie Butler, a prodigious pianist out of Jamaica.[4] Much of Hinckson's style was developed during his time studying jazz piano.

As a sophomore in high school at age 14, Hinckson was a national winner of the NAACP ACT-SO competition[5] performing as a solo pianist.

In 2006, Hinckson went on to perform at the Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival in Montego Bay, Jamaica alongside well-known artists including John Legend, Shaggy, Patti LaBelle, Al Green and Air Supply.[6]

Career

Hinckson's self-produced debut album, Take Flight,[7] was released on September 7, 2013. The record consists of nine studio recorded instrumental covers of popular songs from Bob Marley, Bruno Mars, Michael Jackson, John Legend, Erroll Garner and Toots and the Maytals as well as his original composition, “Miss Mac,” named after his childhood music instructor and mentor Joan McMorris. The album made its radio debut on local Miami stations WDNA 88.9 FM and The Biz 880 AM. Hinckson also recorded a remix of “Miss Mac,” at Tuff Gong Studios [8] in Kingston, Jamaica in 2013.

In 2014, he toured around the U.S. performing with U.K. Reggae artist, Hollie Cook, including live performances on 90.3 KEXP-FM Seattle Radio,[9] Sirius XM Satellite Radio and AtGoogleTalks.[10] Throughout 2015, he performed at several iconic venues including House of Blues on Sunset, The Troubadour (Los Angeles), Wiltern Theater and Greek Theatre (Los Angeles) where he opened up for hip hop legend, Ms. Lauryn Hill.[11] Shortly thereafter, Hinckson released three reggae jazz piano singles, “Sun Daze,”[12] “Care Less”[13] and “Nostalgia.”[14]

Hinckson is best known for his role as keyboardist in son of Bob Marley, Julian Marley’s band, “The Uprising.” He continues to tour with him today.

In 2016, Hinckson began experimenting with hip hop jazz instrumental music with the release of his debut single, entitled “Push.”[15] Continuing within this genre, he released another hip hop jazz single, “Osmosis,” [16] in 2018.

Hinckson released his second album, Take Time[17]—a 13-track EP inspired by classic hip hop icons like J Dilla and Pete Rock in July 2020.

Discography

Albums
Take Flight (2013)
Take Time (2020)

Singles
Sun Daze (2015)
Care Less (2015)
Nostalgia (2015)
Push (2016)
Osmosis (2018)

References
  1. Visual Artists GFW 2013. Jaime Hinckson. Gainesville Fashion Week. Retrieved April 30, 2013.
  2. "Jaime Hinckson Interview: Respect the Producer" January 27, 2020. Retrieved July 19, 2020.
  3. “Reggae jazz band debuts album at local piano bar” Independent Florida Alligator. Retrieved March 24, 2014.
  4. "Honouring a Genius" Jamaica Observer. October 19, 2015. Retrieved July 19, 2020.
  5. “Performing Hearts.” Sun Sentinel. June 26, 2006. Retrieved June 27, 2006.
  6. "Stellar line-up for Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues.” Jamaica Gleaner. December 9, 2005. Retrieved January 6, 2006.
  7. “Take Flight” – Album (United States)” iTunes Store. Apple Inc. Retrieved May 1, 2014.
  8. Tuff Gong Instagram Tuff Gong Studios. July 31, 2013. Retrieved July 31, 2013
  9. Live Performance on 90.3 KEXP FM Seattle Radio with Hollie Cook October 21, 2014. Retrieved June 11, 2016
  10. Interview & Live Performance on AtGoogleTalks with Hollie Cook October 15, 2014.
  11. Opening for Lauryn Hill at The Greek Theatre September 14, 2015.
  12. “Sun Daze” – Single (United States)” iTunes Store. Apple Inc. Retrieved July 19, 2020.
  13. “Care Less” – Single (United States)” iTunes Store. Apple Inc. Retrieved July 19, 2020.
  14. “Nostalgia” – Single (United States)” iTunes Store. Apple Inc. Retrieved July 19, 2020.
  15. “Push” – Single (United States)” iTunes Store. Apple Inc. Retrieved July 19, 2020.
  16. “Osmosis” – Single (United States)” iTunes Store. Apple Inc. Retrieved July 19, 2020.
  17. “Take Time” – Album (United States)” iTunes Store. Apple Inc. Retrieved July 19, 2020.
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