Sam Hankins Captures Life’s Simple Joys in His New Single “Here We Go”
Sam Hankins Project continues to push the boundaries of contemporary instrumental jazz by blending rich brass melodies with soulful R&B undercurrents. Born in Oklahoma City and later establishing his musical roots in Chicago. Hankins now resides in Los Angeles, where his creative energy thrives. His music, however, speaks in a language of feeling, storytelling, and freedom. With a genre that blends jazz with the pulse of soul, Sam Hankins brings a signature sound that’s both smooth and emotionally charged. Backed by a stellar ensemble that includes a soulful vocalist who complements his horn with grace and power, the Sam Hankins Project delivers compositions that feel alive and unfiltered. Influenced by trumpet greats like Louis Armstrong, Freddie Hubbard, Miles Davis, and Rick Braun, the spirit of traditional jazz infuses it with contemporary flavor, often echoing the big band legends like Duke Ellington and Count Basie.
His latest album, Alright, released in 2023, showcases his range and vision, but it’s his newest single, ‘Here We Go’, that captures a moment in time. Inspired by a warm summer day and the simple joy of observing life in motion—people gathering, children playing, and nature humming—Hankins translated what he saw and felt into a melodic journey. The song was born not from struggle, but from presence. The melody, chorus, and bridge poured out intuitively, driven by the genuine emotion of that day. What resulted was a composition that feels like a breeze through your favorite park.
‘Here We Go’ carries a reminder to breathe, relax, and find joy in the small things. Sam Hankins invites listeners to take a moment from their busy lives, to smile at the sunlight, move with the rhythm, and be present in the now.
Listen to 'Here We Go'
Connect with Sam Hankins
https://www.youtube.com/@MyTrumpetman1/videos