This is the unique story on how Makaya McCraven's second solo album 'In the Moment' got shape during several music series. Check how live sessions can turn into one of the most interesting albums of 2016.

Drummer, producer and Beat Scientist Makaya McCraven played three shows with three bands on the first day of the North Sea Jazz Festival 2017. All gigs were different in music, style and approach. This is a series of four videos with Makaya McCraven talking about his different Musical Drummer-Hats that day and his view on drumming in all the different roles he plays.

Just as interesting is his story on the making of 'In the Moment,' his latest solo release and the video where he talks about the Chicago music scene.

Makaya McCraven is a musician who is playing the big festivals just as easy as the small clubs while remaining just as eager to learn, travel, find new sounds and make all that inspiration his own.