Midas Hutch creates music that feels like a permanent golden hour in a futuristic metropolis. It is a high-definition reimagining of 1980s boogie and funk, stripped of any vintage dust and replaced with a gleaming, modern pop sheen. The sound is defined by incredibly tight rhythm sections, where rubbery basslines and crisp drum machine patterns provide a foundation for shimmering synth pads and soulful, often multi-tracked vocal performances.
What sets him apart is the surgical precision of his groove. While many artists attempt the retro-funk aesthetic, Hutch leans into a specific 'luxury' sound. It is music that feels expensive and effortless, utilizing talkbox effects and jazz-inflected chord progressions to elevate standard R&B structures into something more sophisticated. It captures the optimism of early disco-funk without the camp, focusing instead on pure kinetic energy and melodic hooks.
Start with the 'Drive Around' EP to get the full experience of his signature sound. It perfectly encapsulates the feeling of nocturnal urban movement. From there, explore 'The Feels & The High' for a deeper dive into his ability to blend classic soul sensibilities with contemporary electronic production. It is the ideal soundtrack for anyone who wants their life to feel a bit more like a high-budget music video.
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Shares disco, digital clarity, funk, falsetto (subgenre)
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Shares disco, digital clarity, funk, nu jazz (signature)
Shares talkbox vocal textures, disco, funk, falsetto (detail)
Shares disco, funk, falsetto, euphoric (subgenre)
Shares disco, funk, falsetto, euphoric (signature)
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