Kassa Overall - CREAM

Grammy-nominated drummer, producer, emcee, and vocalist Kassa Overall is redefining the boundaries between jazz and hip-hop. Revered by living icons and underground tastemakers, he began his career behind the drum kit. His groundbreaking solo projects have established him as a driving force in the American jazz scene and beyond, fielding support from visionaries including Thom Yorke, Iggy Pop, Virgil Abloh, and more. As a 2025 recipient of the prestigious Doris Duke Artist Award, Kassa has cemented his status as a leading voice in contemporary jazz.

On Cream, his fourth solo studio album, Kassa pays homage to the twin passions of his youth—hip-hop and jazz drumming. With this collection of instrumentals, the visionary drummer and producer transforms classic rap songs into timeless standards, mining the continuum between jazz and hip-hop from every angle without any shortcuts and offering a fresh take on the “Great American Songbook”—honoring the rich legacy of Black American music.

Cream highlights Kassa’s artistry through masterful arrangements, thoughtful song selection, and a sound that traces the arc of his evolution. Backed by a stellar band with generational jazz legacy, the project embodies his genre-fluid approach and his commitment to pushing jazz forward.

Tracklist:
1. FREEDOM JAZZ DANCE
2. BIG POPPA
3. C.R.E.A.M. (CASH RULES EVERYTHING AROUND ME)
4. REBIRTH OF SLICK (COOL LIKE DAT)
5. NUTHIN BUT A “G” THANG
6. CHECK THE RHIME
7. SPOTTIEOTTIEDOPALISCIOUS
8. BACK THAT AZZ UP