Grace Note

Released in early 2025, Grace Note represents the culmination of Bakermat's signature 'soul-house' aesthetic. While his earlier work established the saxophone as his primary tool, this album deepens the thematic connection to gospel and spiritual music, as evidenced by tracks like 'House is the Religion' and 'Glory.' The record functions as a cohesive statement on the power of music as a form of secular worship. Musically, it balances the digital precision of modern house production with the raw, emotive power of live-sounding brass and vocal ensembles. Critics have noted the album's ability to maintain a high energy level across its 15 tracks without becoming repetitive, largely due to the varied textures of the interludes and the shifting focus between piano-driven house and brass-heavy nu jazz. It stands as a definitive document of the Dutch producer's ability to craft radio-ready hooks that retain a sophisticated, jazz-influenced soul.