SoulTrackers have been following smooth R&B and jazzman Ty Causey since we started, and the prolific singer and songwriter has rewarded them with a series of projects that have bridged the two genres and virtually defined adult soul in the 21st century.
But for his newest single, the Indiana-based singer has taken a step across the line to Ohio in the 1980s, delivering a funky jam reminiscent of the string Dayton bands that dominated the R&B charts. “Contagious” contains a deep funk beat and pulsating keyboard behind Ty’s on point vocals – even showing off his falsetto. And he has UK producer extraordinaire Nigel Lowis on guitar.
SoulTrackers have been following smooth R&B and jazzman Ty Causey since we started, and the prolific singer and songwriter has rewarded them with a series of projects that have bridged the two genres and virtually defined adult soul in the 21st century.
But for his newest single, the Indiana-based singer has taken a step across the line to Ohio in the 1980s, delivering a funky jam reminiscent of the string Dayton bands that dominated the R&B charts. “Contagious” contains a deep funk beat and pulsating keyboard behind Ty’s on point vocals – even showing off his falsetto. And he has UK producer extraordinaire Nigel Lowis on guitar.
Ty tells us about the song, “I just wanted to show a funkier side of me. I've done a lot mid-tempo/ballad songs in the past and wanted to add some funk from the old school to this upcoming album. I think the guitar parts really brought out that vibe I was looking for. Lyrically, I just wanted to have some fun being a hot shot but humble at the same time.”
We consider it "Mission Accomplished." Check out the cool video for “Contagious,” our Song of the Month for November, and welcome Ty Causey back to SoulTracks.
By Chris Rizik
Ty Causey – “Contagious”