Shaun Martin - Yellow Jacket (7 Summers)

Focus, The new Album from Shaun Martin out July 20, 2018
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Written by : Shaun Martin
Produced by : Shaun Martin
Directed by : Andy LaViolette
Shaun Martin - Piano
Keith Taylor - Bass
Robert “Sput” Searight - Drums
Frank Moka - Percussion
Recorded at Luminous Studios by Tre Nagella
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[@cartergeorge1545]

One of the most beautiful compositions of the modern jazz era, easily.

[@geoffbeyer1873]

I'm a guitar player, but Shaun M is one of my favorite musos of all time. I love this song especially

[@razzanrabbaniv7063]

I agree

[@harryherman5371]

Others like this?

[@XxMETALJAREDxX]

100% in agreement here. This song is pure genius.

[@rogerringold616]

Its paying homage to THE YELLOW JACKETS....Russel Ferrante Will Kennedy Jimmy Haslip....come on ....Im a drummer ...it pulls on several songs...they did. This is a complement..imitation but nor a copy. Its original enough to stand alone. MIRAGE a Trois 80s jackets RICKY LAWSON and kennedy era...I love it. Bass at 6 minutes...❤❤❤

[@markmadzinga]

Its 2023 and this is Definitely one of the best jazz songs on the internet today

[@Koffeekeyz]

Mr. Madzinga! I’m a big fan! Much love from the US!🙏🏽❤️

[@markmadzinga]

@@Koffeekeyz Oh really.. Thank you so much

[@Pendarr]

Totally agree!

[@Nkeyz]

Agree

[@Nkeyz]

😊

[@BassManBobBassCovers]

No matter how bad things are in life this song seems to make everything better..

[@joachimwuerker9723]

quantum wave !

[@Malachi_kai]

Fr🔥

[@chrisbranch231]

​@@Malachi_kaiyup

[@giannizombie]

This might be 7 years old, but it's my new favourite song. Absolutely cannot get enough

[@hugom.4725]

It's funny because It's called "7 summers" similar to 7 years haha Good vibes and sound

[@thebibus]

i'm 12 years old and this is the best song ive heard in 12 years

[@serahashwell7604]

@@thebibusget off the internet little kid.

[@gcbwoods]

I listened with eyes closed, then listened and watched the video, then listened and read the comments, then listened again. I am so full and at peace. What an amazing roundtable. This should be the setting for all diplomatic events.

[@genofgod]

This is literally me right now ❤

[@yalacohen6343]

One more twin of you guys 😊 same to me 😊

[@Misfitprxnce]

The intro just sounds like: "Oh Give Thanks Unto the Lord"... like....what?!? 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Smooth Rendition of this!!

[@henryonyema1651]

Alie! Every time i listen to the start it just reminds me of that song 🔥

[@kawesome1970]

I thought it was just me! Lol, ain’t no “sound like” 😊 that is definitely “Oh give thanks” 😆

[@games68775]

Oh wow, you're right. Pretty neat.

[@cooldebt]

Well, Shaun is the music director for Kirk Franklin so there's probably a fair bit of gospel influence

[@samcmusic3031]

It also sounds spot on James by Pat Metheny

[@honestman9718]

Man the bass solo was unbeatable. What a masterpiece!

[@joshuaadewale3991]

Such an amazing solo

[@rogerringold616]

Jimmy Haslip ish. .....

[@chrisbranch231]

​@@rogerringold616facts

[@rikardgrenehed2614]

Yes indeed! Just a bit annoying that they didn't film som you could see how he played.

[@iamernieg]

The great Keith Taylor on bass!

[@NoEx-Tech]

Today 04,05,2024 ...The song played in my head this morning, had to come back here. It brings a different feeling ❤❤❤

[@quentinsouthall6771]

The interplay between the percussionist and set is a thing of beauty.

[@nexuswave1984]

There's a lot of Pat Metheny Group's older days in this tune. That's why I freaking love it. Excellent job 👍

[@MosEisleySpacePort1138]

Definitely. Also, the band Yellowjackets, which I wonder if the title is referencing.

[@jonnstewart2023]

​@@MosEisleySpacePort1138 the melody itself sounds like o give thanks tbh

[@MhaseveTetseo]

'James' comes to mind by PMG

[@MosEisleySpacePort1138]

@@MhaseveTetseo Absolutely

[@MrWollito]

@@MhaseveTetseoI can’t agree more

[@pectenmaximus231]

This song is like a hug and kiss from a loved one

[@conzo4620]

I discovered him through his reaction to Cory Henry in Lingus

[@calinguga]

:)))

[@thiebautjoel]

Me too lol

[@jeremiahcanto1858]

G he was laughing about how fast cory was playing, but they all did very good.

[@Misa_Susaki]

@@jeremiahcanto1858 more like he was blown away by how amazing it was

[@jeremiahcanto1858]

@@Misa_Susaki yes exactly

[@andryrajaonarisoa]

More music like this could definetly change the world!

[@panorama4526]

How?

[@patemathic]

@@panorama4526 Please connect ears and refresh the page.

[@rogerringold616]

​@@panorama4526 uplifting...peace inspirational.. .all you see wad a thought 1st. This music spirit is very positive like an old friend pulling you up from the ground. Feelings/ tjoughts/ behaviors....into the atmosphere....thats how it can change the world. By influence

[@kellynkarr]

I'm so glad these people are on the planet. Why doesn't this have 5 million views. Pisses me off.

[@Aplustradomus]

kellynkarr RIGHT...

[@Roxy5000]

+kellynkarr It's because all the total shite with 15 million views has all the likes hahaha. It is a bizarre thing indeed. The class on youtube always seems to have less likes. You'll find more likes on some cheesy joint than on a Stevie Wonder video. Go Figure!

[@Aplustradomus]

Exactly

[@MrBarnett85]

Because its not some bullshit. smh

[@Roxy5000]

Exactly. have a cat licking it's balls and BAM, 5 billion hits . LMAO hehehehe

[@michaelwright1467]

This tune never gets old. Sittin here in my study with a glass of Vino. Great MUZAK.

[@GrumpyStormtrooper]

I can't believe I thought I came up with the melody and chords they play here at the start. I listened to it maybe a year ago and forgot about it, and I had this melody and chords randomly come up in my mind during an online class and immediately jumped to the piano to figure out what I just heard, thinking it's my creation. The mind is so weird. I actually remembered the chord progression and melody a year later. Unbelievable. A month later I open this video and my high hopes of having composed something cool immediately shatter lmao

[@prosperguitar]

The melody at the beginning was written by Pat Metheny it’s the song called “James”

[@gabrycast5395]

@@prosperguitar are you sure about that? yeah, the beginning is similar to James but I can't really they are the same

[@anthonychen5076]

@@gabrycast5395 It's like almost exactly the same, what do you mean

[@gabrycast5395]

@@anthonychen5076 prosper says the beginning was written by pat metheny. it's not true

[@anthonychen5076]

@@gabrycast5395 Listen to the song James... that opening melody is right there, 90% the same. Surely Martin knows this and did it as an homage.

[@chillyfilla]

I've listened to this song so many god damned times and I still love it. You can feel the passion that went into it.

[@robontube12]

Just in case you don't know. May I recommend Dave Grusin and ForePlay!

[@genofgod]

Who else had this on loop for 30 mins 😅... Come I can't be the only one

[@jianhuimo133]

Almost 7 summers since this was released

[@insaneintherainmusic]

This is my first track hearing Shaun's solo stuff. Totally not what I was expecting based on his work with Snarky!

[@jamesmorell1758]

+insaneintherainmusic Lol what were you expecting

[@samcooke343]

+Eric Simmons I was expecting some seriously funky electronic stuff with lots of Moog to be perfectly honest. Very pleasantly surprised with a straight piano album though, it's all quality.

[@jamesmorell1758]

+samcooke343 I was expecting that too. But then it started to sound like him establishing his identity outside of the almighty pups. Plus he's a church based musician. You can hear it in the Cire of all of his songs. Probably that's why it's not as much moog and synth based stuff.

[@pneptun]

same thing on my mind too! :-D but on the other hand i think the snarky puppy style might actually really be just michael league style, not necessarily what the other band members would sound like on their solo records (given that e.g. cory henry has the funk apostoles as his solo project, which sounds wildly different from SP; now shaun has this as his solo ... :)

[@SirCommoner]

Nice to see you here insaneintherain Thought the same too

[@danistephens7]

This song is appropriately named. It’s such a tribute to Russell Farente & the Yellowjackets! ♥️

[@billrebsamen1810]

Oh my word yes! Love this era... such great 80's jazz synths and keys from Russell Ferrante, Tom Schuman of Spyro Gyra, Graeme Coleman of Skywalk and Russ Freeman of The Rippingtons. All those guys of course being influenced by Chick Corea, Jan Hammer and David Sancious from the decade before. I'd say Shaun's tune here brings to mind passages from Ferrante's tunes from the Mirage A Trois album...especially Claires Song, Elamar and Nimbus. Some of my favorite stuff ever! Great job Shaun!

[@rogerringold616]

Yes..folk act like they dont know YELLOW JACKETS....1980s on....The Hornet...Mirage a Trois/ Shades/..........4 Corners.. National Treasure. I miss JIMMY H on bass. .... Dane is good. Just not Jimmy. Hate Bob Mintzer after Marcus Russo...😢😢😢.

[@MosEisleySpacePort1138]

@@rogerringold616I hear you. I lost interest when Mintzer took over. I do need to give those albums a chance though. He’s a great player. But Russo’s sax was so integral to their sound that it felt like such a pivot. The albums with Mintzer are supposed to be pretty great and I need to listen.

[@IndeedMax]

Once you listen to this.. you just can’t stop thinking about the awesome melody and sound.

[@MrJfdixon]

This man's playing is genius. Never get tired of seeing him perform.

[@emmanuelmainer850]

One of the best pieces of music I have ever heard

[@BenNCM]

Robert Glasper for spiritually attuning yourself to the world followed by Shaun Martin for spiritual strength to find ways of making the world get along.

[@mekhimoore1919]

I love how he always has that church touch😂 can’t help but smile

[@arctictropic1147]

I'm glad you got your buddy Sput to play the drums for this one, he was made for this stuff. He flows so well with the music while providing unique textures, all while making my head bop throughout. Love that dude!

[@rogerringold616]

This dude is too much....Sput...and Blacque Diamond .....do he know an average drummer?

[@bienvenus.n4072]

This piece should have more than 10 M views, from the time it was posted.

[@ropeadope99]

Thanks @bienvenus.n4072 share with your music friends

[@unclebaobabmusic]

that bass solo feels like a good sandwich. no other way to describe it.

[@PanthraxIV]

Discovered this song waaaaay too late. Glad I did though. This is incredible.

[@raulmartinez509]

Music is just a another world. Only people with taste for good music will understand!

[@giannizombie]

I'm not sure why or how, but this song seems to tie together so many emotions swirling around in my body and soul, and just kind of make sense of them... super powerful music, thanks guys

[@feelinggrape]

The yellow jackets resemblance is awesome! Sounds completely like an original tune by them!

[@Kobe29261]

Its like going to the chiropractor and experiencing the relief from a muscle you've been holding tense for years since some trauma. You come away physically transformed because someone unplugged the hole that blocked the sun! What a time to be alive!

[@1.4142]

So much complex in a simple feel good melody

[@pattyluss]

Shaun Martin, please never stop making music! this is absolutely beautiful!

[@thomasmitchell63]

that bass solo was just wonderful 😍👌

[@sifisonsibande7842]

That solo is EVERYTHING

[@brailintaylor584]

That's my UNCLE‼🔥

[@vallanddess]

Kieth Taylor is so good here.

[@1shunskis]

Amazing

[@jah9253]

Reminds of the Yellowjackets...probably meant to be based on the song name.

[@ralphmunn1685]

The two guys I know in this are geniuses; So are the guys I DIDN'T know until now!

[@pedropereiraneto]

probably the most positive mood i've heard in ages.

[@dylanphelan3010]

that's a great way to put it

[@JohnEkor]

That bass solo made my day. I have been back here more than I can remember.

[@itsruetoyou]

This is such a beautiful song! I adore Snarky Puppy, but this stuff actually gives me the feels. Yes Shaun!

[@thetrollhunter5775]

Shaun and Cory. Meeting of the giants

[@NoTengoIlusiones]

The harmonics , takes me back to the 80s, Dave Grusin, Hill street balad piano tunes, cinematic sound,.... Thank you !

[@KalebPeters99]

Man, that bass solo is gorgeous! What an awesome piece

[@XephSlayer]

how have i not noticed this INSANE gem of TALENT from snarky puppy! He's slept on so hard its no wonder he was the STAR of their song Sleeper! Great work man!

[@stefanbalog973]

The rythmic of this song is an absolutely another level.I never heard so amazing combination between a beautiful melody and so dificult tempo of this song.Masterpiece!!!

[@jodyflamestv8099]

Merciful father, thank you for music and bones too Lord, oh I almost forgot soul because these bro's got soul lots dear God. Awesome fingers and head space Shaun.

[@gizbo_music]

so emotional, so drifty. I haven't cried that well in a long time. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[@REPUBLICANSAREBEYONDSTUPID]

Get well soon Shaun. 😢

[@teeboytel]

This piece of music makes me feel so glad, but so sad at the same time. It's making me think of all the good things in life, that are however probably never going to be. Not in a depressing way though, it's just that it promises more joy and happiness that one can even have. Amazing artists, I wonder if they feel the same?

[@esauponce9759]

Great description! That’s kinda how I feel about it too. I love it.

[@mr.washywashy]

Seek Jesus and you’ll find it :)

[@hanglider]

Life is about good and bad

[@beautifulnature8831]

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[@beautifulnature8831]

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[@mortmortmort8908]

this is the happiest song i've ever heard

[@karilongman9873]

Wow. Heard Shaun Martin perform with Snarky Puppy last night in Utrecht and was blown away. So tonight's a "discover more of this insanely brilliant musician" kind of evening, focused entirely on Shaun Martin. Just brilliant!

[@3RGs1GJ]

I remember that day. Be sure to catch the Michael Jackson tribute on Piano Clubhouse if you haven't already. Peace.

[@CiscoSwank]

Shaun kills man. Nice to hear him on the piano.

[@arturleppik8399]

''Shaun Martin on the piano! Literally on the piano '' - Michael League (2012)

[@ironscalp2241]

I had no idea this guy composed this tune... Like many others I discovered him on Snark Puppy's infamous 'Lingus' video recording... Wow...This tune is a classic in the vein of 'So what' and other jazz greats. Thanks Shaun.

[@kinggimped]

533k views, I think at least 250k of them are me just listening to it on repeat. If the rest of the album is like this then that's the best $10 I've spent in a while.

[@PhilRushworth]

I was working while listening. I'm a huge Yellow Jackets fan and now, a huge Shaun Martin fan!

[@ThePragmo]

Lol! This is the dude who dumped his headphones when Cory Henry's solo became too much for him. Martin? You are a GREAT keyboard player. When I grow up I wanna play like you.

[@mattkirkhamm]

nah hes the dude that played a killer solo on thing of gold. will put tingles on ur spine mate

[@sleven8013]

I'm in love with the chord progression in the chorus. I need a piano right now to play it.

[@mengtianzhou1221]

Memories, relief, gratefulness, hopefulness.

[@leoc552]

My favorite tune when I was there studying music in Los Angeles. Great time, great tune, great memory. Reminds me the sunshine of California 😍

[@TheFunkySheepMusic]

For a second I thought: "What the hell is Cory Henry doing on percussion?". Turns out to be mr. Moka!

[@yannickmakker]

The Funky Sheep haha, had exactly the same thing when I first saw Madiba. "Look! Man, that guy can do everything"

[@XavierXaviiThomas]

The Funky Sheep i thought the same thing!! saw the beard and i was like!?!?! Cory??

[@XavierXaviiThomas]

***** yea he is

[@ezekielnwankwo7530]

+The Funky Sheep And I was like, what's Richard Bona doing on the drums? :D

[@Kiran-qz1su]

+The Funky Sheep same hahahh

[@MaxFullCode]

Most underrated song in 2015 !!

[@true2life73]

TRUTH!

[@MerrittJeff1970]

Killer.!! The melody is beautiful. The percussion is off the charts. This is special. .. ... ..... ........

[@EmilyBrewer_Piano]

This is so good!!

[@evanbetter]

Just Heaven! Love this so much. If Managers and politics would play in their companies so smooth and attentively, well tuned and in a team - the world would become as one.

[@adedayofajemisin4767]

😂😂

[@jeanhenriot8873]

This is so Yellow Jackets .... what an homage! Love this track ... Love the entire CD! THANK YOU Shaun and the gang.

[@nodnarb4162]

So damn Good! Nice to see the next generation interested in real jazz

[@dz_ca]

return to forever vibes, in all the best ways

[@HaydesGrooves]

Gave me great feels. My troubles are all gone for 6mins. Thank you Shaun.

[@starbuk138]

Just came back to this track having not listened to it for a while. I forgot just how good it is. Such a pleasure to listen to.

[@Jam5TT]

I've been watching Shaun Martin since I've been seeing Snarky Puppy back in April just sitting around watching videos. His talent on the keyboards is so tight and great. His solo material is on another planet of jazz and being cool. The music is so cool and laid back and I can't stop watching this video with my earbuds. His other musicians are so cool especially the bass player who was just jamming so effortless. Please keep bringing the cool jazz and peace. If you go on tour, I'm there at your shows. Keep the vibe going Shaun!!!!

[@DIGISamIam]

I was SOLD at .42 seconds (Literally) and everything else was a Beautiful Surprise-I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS...

[@pettersolholm]

This is a pure tribute to Russel & the Jackets!! Masterpiece ❤️🇳🇴

[@sonykroket]

May a god bless you, Shaun. You're a gifted man.

[@sawomirhausman9407]

These musicians are out of this world . They changed my mental state from depression to hope in 6 minutes.

[@annemarienelson458]

Do people put thumbs down for the hell of it ! You can’t listen to this all the way through...and put a thumbs down. Magical.

[@BobbyMintClub]

This is such a beautiful piece.

[@guidryjoseph44]

I've been waiting on Shaun to come out with a solo record...Finally!!! Yessir...

[@nicoaguilarmoyano9653]

I think this is the happiest song i've ever heard

[@emperialAnthems]

Such marvelous musicians....And the production is amazing...Thanks !

[@RyanPorter4453]

I can't stop listening to this! Great stuff!

[@NetMoDM]

Shaun Martin is growing to be one of my favorites on the keys! Excellent work on this piece!!!

[@shedrachobafemi9148]

Those harmonics at the end of the bass solo>>>>>>

[@anglodutch8321]

Seriously excellent......thank you guys....

[@ericdelgado2219]

I can’t get enough of this song!

[@markjmoser]

What magical moments you present to us. Thanks!

[@brucerobertson6955]

chills .... and sighs. thank you brothers.

[@p.m.r.multimedia8777]

This is the best thing i have heard

[@felipemaureira1430]

4 guys ...tons of wonderful music!!!!

[@MagnetTricks]

Such a nice song, like a fanfare! The theme reminds me of Hill Street Blues theme song.

[@MichaelJMcEvoy]

Beautiful! Lovely composition and fantastic connection between all you guys - wonderful music!

[@omega17168]

so many covers out there, yet I always come back to this.

[@392HEMI32]

Shaun is channeling his inner Russell Ferrante ... beautiful track!

[@joshmannford8634]

Beautiful. Just BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@DonBrownII]

I always come back to this song to listen to it a few times. its beautifully composed and played. So many layers of melody and rhythm.

[@IAmClaudius]

Impeccable playing! Beautiful song!!

[@themisterblister8375]

Thank you for that charming and wonderful piece of music!

[@arnlmndza]

Sir, your composition brings peace to the soul. Superb playing too.

[@JoryBlake]

Wish these folks were my neighbors! Versatility is amazing...blown away again

[@kevincrawley423]

So beautiful, that transformation that goes on from the beginning really brings the song places