Dutch songwriter, drummer and producer d’Z, returns to the music scene with his 10th studio single titled “Freedom”. Featuring Grammy Nominated soul singer Sandra St. Victor, the pair have created yet again another timeless record. As they first found music harmony in 2018 with their joint single “Connected” , this single reminds listeners of how unique St. Victor’s vocals are, paired with d’Z impeccable production, arrangement and drumming. This release could not have come at a better time, as it reignites the influence jazz, soul and funk music has on the world.
On “Freedom” you hear a live instrumentation led by d’Z giving this single an orchestra-like sound. With the help of St. Victor’s sultry, soulful vocals, listeners are immediately propelled into a state of musical bliss from beginning to end. You will hear the songbird saying things such as “I think there’s something you should know, there’s something deep inside of me, take back your picture in a frame, just hope you understand” . With the blaring horn section adding a dramatic and lively effect, it is clear why d’Z hand picked Sandra St. Victor as his lead vocalist for this single.
To ensure the success of “Freedom”, d’Z accompanied his new body of work with a music video showcasing not only he and St. Victor’s musical chemistry, but also to showcase the other musicians who took part in this record. You will see Sandra St. Victor singing, d’Z playing drums, vibraphone, and keys, Hananja Olthuis on bass, Jasper Mellema on keys, Chris Korzec on guitar, Raoul Soentken on percussion, Hans van Wingerden & David Mast on trumpets, David Wilschut on saxophone, and Jos van den Heuvel on trombone.
When asked about her experience in working with d’Z again St. Victor stated “This is special, a love thang we do, musically.”
Press play below to stream d’Z and Sandra St. Victor’s new “Freedom” single.
