Heavy Drops by Adam Ben Ezra
Heavy Drops, Adam Ben Ezra’s Bold New Chapter, is out now. Known for transforming perceptions of the double bass, Adam joins forces with acclaimed drummer Michael Olivera to deliver a groundbreaking duo project that redefines the interplay between bass and drums.
This self-produced collection of ten original pieces showcases Adam’s remarkable creativity, blending jazz, Latin, classical, and funk influences into an immersive sonic journey. The album, recorded across live sessions in Madrid and layered with additional instrumentation in Adam’s studio in Portugal, brings the bass to the forefront in innovative ways.
From the classical elegance of “Portrait of Natalie” to the flamenco-infused “Taming The Bull,” the title track’s Latin grooves, and the deep jazz-fusion vibe of “Hazy Steps,” Heavy Drops showcases Adam’s relentless curiosity and the boundless potential of the double bass, bringing its rich and dynamic sound to the forefront.
Tracklist
| 1. | Heavy drops | 3:36 |
| 2. | Play it cool | 3:57 |
| 3. | Cosmic nomad | 3:23 |
| 4. | Rise up | 5:14 |
| 5. | Free fly | 3:35 |
| 6. | Hazy steps | 4:05 |
| 7. | Portrait of Natalie | 3:18 |
| 8. | Taming the bull | 4:22 |
| 9. | Escape route | 3:27 |
| 10. | Lazy butterfly | 4:54 |
Credits
Music by Adam Ben Ezra
Arranged and produced by Adam Ben Ezra
Recorded by Frank Lozano at Camaleon Music Studio in Madrid, Spain
Additional recording at Adam Ben Ezra Studio in São Luís, Portugal
Mixed by Omer Mor at DaBom Studios in New-York, USA
Mastered by Roee Berezowitz
Adam Ben Ezra - Double bass, keyboards, vocals, flute
Michael Olivera Garcia - Drums and percussion
Omer Mor - Electric guitar in ‘Play it cool’
Cover art & design by Aude Brisson
Management & Marketing: Guy Dayan (guy@adambenezra.com)
The album production was made possible with support from ACUM’s ‘Fund for the Promotion, Encouragement, and Support of Israeli Creators’ and assistance from the ‘Lottery Council for Culture and Art’.
©+℗ Adam Ben Ezra 2025
License
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Double-Bass phenomenon and online sensation Adam Ben Ezra; a man seemingly on a mission to bring his instrument from its status as a background note to the dominant front-presence it deserves. Along the way Adam has been pushing his craft in new, exciting directions and carving out a unique spot for himself in today’s international musical landscape.