Collective Minds presents Emmy and Grammy-nominated saxophonist Kamasi Washington's Fearless Movement Asia Tour in Singapore

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Collective Minds is honoured to present the globally celebrated jazz saxophonist and composer, Kamasi Washington, at the Capitol Theatre Singapore on Thursday, 5th June 2025. After a sold-out show in 2018, Kamasi makes his highly anticipated return to Singapore, marking the second stop on his Asia tour. A genre-transcending multi-instrumentalist, composer, and bandleader, Kamasi has redefined the boundaries of modern jazz—fusing tradition with elements of soul, hip-hop, classical, and global sounds. He first rose to global prominence through his work on Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar’s To Pimp a Butterfly in 2015, and later contributed to Lamar’s DAMN, with his saxophone performance on the track "HUMBLE" in 2017. Kamasi then followed with his own critically acclaimed 3-hour opus The Epic, and brought his expansive sound to the mainstream with his score for Netflix’s Becoming, the documentary on Michelle Obama. His contributions to Becoming earned him a 2021 Grammy nomination for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media and an Emmy nomination in 2020 for Outstanding Music Composition for a Documentary Series or Special (Original Dramatic Score). In addition, Kamasi was nominated for a 2022 Grammy Award for Best Progressive R&B Album for Dinner Party: Dessert. Bringing his Fearless Movement tour to Singapore, Kamasi Washington will take the stage with his formidable 8-piece band, continuing to reshape contemporary music with bold experimentation and cultural resonance.

ABOUT FEARLESS MOVEMENT

Washington’s latest album, Fearless Movement, marks a bold new direction for the renowned saxophonist and composer. Described as his “dance album,” Washington explores dance as a metaphor for movement and expression, pushing the boundaries of jazz into a realm of rhythm and bodily connection. Unlike his previous works, which delved into cosmic and existential themes, Fearless Movement focuses on the earthly, everyday experience, influenced by the birth of his daughter and a heightened awareness of both his mortality and immortality.

The album features collaborations with a diverse group of artists, including André 3000 on flute, George Clinton, BJ The Chicago Kid, and Thundercat, among others. Washington’s daughter also makes a special appearance, having written the melody for “Asha The First.” The track “The Garden Path” was performed live for the first time on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. This record marks another evolution in Washington’s already expansive career, following critically acclaimed works such as The Epic and Heaven and Earth. With Fearless Movement, Washington continues to innovate, blending jazz with a rich tapestry of genres and expressions that reflect both personal growth and a broader cultural movement.

ABOUT KAMASI WASHINGTON

Hailing from Los Angeles, Kamasi Washington is a visionary saxophonist, composer, and bandleader who has redefined contemporary jazz. Known for his genre-defying sound, he blends jazz with elements of soul, hip-hop, classical, and global music. Kamasi gained widespread recognition through his work with Kendrick Lamar on To Pimp a Butterfly and DAMN., where his saxophone contributions on tracks like "HUMBLE" helped bridge the worlds of jazz and hip-hop.

His 2015 triple album The Epic was released to rapturous critical reception, universally embraced as one of the best of the year, and awarded the inaugural American Music Prize. This monumental album set the stage for Kamasi’s continued exploration of music’s boundaries, followed by his 2018 release Heaven and Earth and his Grammy and Emmy-nominated score for Netflix’s Becoming (2020), the documentary on Michelle Obama. In 2022, he received a Grammy nomination for Best Progressive R&B Album for Dinner Party: Dessert, a collaborative EP with Terrace Martin, Robert Glasper, and 9th Wonder. Kamasi was also nominated for a Grammy for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media in 2021 for his work on Becoming.

Kamasi’s multidisciplinary approach extends to film as well, with his short film As Told to G/D Thyself premiering at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival. As a collaborator, he co-founded the supergroup Dinner Party with Terrace Martin, Robert Glasper, and 9th Wonder, and their Grammy-nominated EP Dinner Party (Dessert) further cemented his place in the cultural zeitgeist.

With his latest album Fearless Movement, Kamasi ventures into dance-inspired rhythms, exploring movement and expression in a fresh, innovative way. His work continues to reflect a powerful intersection of jazz, hip-hop, funk, and classical influences — rooted in culture, community, and collaboration.