Drunk Dial Records Call Up Gentleman Jesse For The Label’s Latest Inebriated EP

Drunk Dial Records have released two inebriated masterpieces, Where Time Stands Still and a cover of Mark Morrison‘s Return Of The Mack, by Atlanta’s Gentleman Jesse that were recorded in a spirited session on January 29th in Jesse’s basement. Founded on the premise of merging the worlds of music and intoxication, Drunk Dial Records challenges musicians to create original songs and classic covers in a single day, fuelled by the creative energy of inebriation. Stemming from the unconventional idea of creating a record label that encourages bands to embrace the use of alcohol while crafting their music, Drunk Dial Records has swiftly evolved from a spontaneous concept to a vibrant reality.

Determined to elevate beyond the realm of “Drunk History, but with bands,” the label embarked on a journey to transform their vision into a distinct and compelling musical experience. In the synergy of music and libations, it becomes evident that the most resonant songs are those intertwined with captivating narratives. Drunk Dial Records seeks to cultivate these stories by challenging musicians to immerse themselves in a day-long creative process: getting drunk, composing original songs and recording both an original and a classic cover. The collaboration with Gentleman Jesse represents the label’s twelfth hangover inducing EP that is now available via digital outlets and on vinyl.

“This was a wild ride of a recording session,” shares singer Jesse Smith. “The three of us got together that afternoon, fueled by the creative energy of the moment, and decided to craft ‘Where Time Stands Still.’ As the day unfolded, we took a bold swing at the 90s New Jack banger ‘Return of the Mack.’ To set the tempo, we immersed ourselves in a chopped and screwed version, all while sipping on French Rosé.” As the songs started to take shape, the trio cracked open some German lagers, and the creative process unfolded against the backdrop of pizza orders during overdubs. Vocals and Tip Top Old Fashioneds marked the final stretch of the recording journey, resulting in an eclectic blend of musical brilliance and inebriated spontaneity. Jesse recounts the experience, saying, “Things got pretty fuzzy after that. After about 12 hours, we decided that everything was as good as it was going to get, considering our state.”