Innovative artist and funk guitarist Cory Wong has officially released his third studio album, Motivational Music for the Syncopated Soul. With a goal to motivate through his album, Cory explains, “The guiding light is to impart a feeling of joy. I want people to experience instrumental music in a different way. This is hype. It’s more than just guitar.”
Highlights include previously released tracks “Limited World” feat. Caleb Hawley, “Cosmic Sans” feat. Tom Misch, and “Home” feat. Jon Batiste. This past week, Cory could be seen sitting in with Batiste and Stay Human, the house band for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
As Cory notes about the album in a press release, “For me, it’s about the listener’s experience. I want them to have a visceral response like: ‘I feel better,’ ‘That was really fun,’ or ‘I got to escape for an hour.’ You’ll hear my voice through the guitar, but I’m just a hype man. To uplift the audiences with instrumental music that has no singing or lyrics is a fun challenge. I’m trying to solve the riddle. If I can get one person to feel good this way, it’s a success. So, I’m giving you Motivational Music for the Syncopated Soul.”
You can listen to Cory Wong’s new album below:
Cory Wong – Motivational Music for the Syncopated Soul – Full Album
Later this fall Cory, will set out on The Syncopate & Motivate World Tour in support of his new album. The tour is set to make stops throughout North America and Europe and will include a special performance in his hometown of Minneapolis, MN for An Evening with Cory Wong feat. Antwaun Stanley. Along the way, Cory will be supported by Phoebe Katis, paris_monster, and the Metropole Orkest.
Fans can access a limited-edition VIP package that includes early entry to the show, a masterclass performance, Q & A with Cory and more! Full tour routing is below, and tickets are on sale now.
Cory Wong has fashioned himself as a truly versatile performer, producer, composer, arranger, and collaborator and is well-known for selling out shows worldwide. When Cory’s not touring his solo project, you can see him performing on stages like Madison Square Garden with his other project, Vulfpeck.
See below for a full album tracklisting and a list of upcoming Cory Wong tour dates