gil scott-heron and jamie xx - we're new here

This reimagining of Gil Scott-Heron’s I’m New Here by Jamie xx is a bold sonic fusion of two generations. The album reframes Scott-Heron’s gravelly spoken-word reflections with Jamie xx’s minimalist, bass-heavy production.

The result is a haunting, genre-blurring masterwork that blends dubstep, electronica, and soul. Tracks like “NY Is Killing Me” and “Running” breathe new urgency into Scott-Heron’s words, highlighting themes of addiction, redemption, and rebirth. It’s not just a remix album—it’s a spiritual collaboration, where past and future converge. We’re New Here is a deeply moving work of art that honors its source while boldly moving it forward.