Jr. Thomas in the Eraserhood Jr. Thomas, Eraserhood Sound

• 1 Thank You Honey 04:32
• 2 Can't Leave You Alone 04:01
• 3 By Your Side 03:21
• 4 Never Be Another 03:50
• 5 Waiting for You 03:39
• 6 Temptations 04:09
• 7 Life of the Party 03:30
• 8 Through the Night 04:17
• 9 One of a Kind 03:36
• Total Runtime 34:55

Info zu Jr. Thomas in the Eraserhood

A bold new chapter for soul-reggae visionary Jr. Thomas unfolds on Jr. Thomas in the Eraserhood — a deeply personal, sonically rich album recorded in collaboration with Philadelphia-based production duo Eraserhood Sound.

Known for his work with Jr. Thomas & The Volcanos, singer-songwriter Thomas McDowall (aka Jr. Thomas) began writing a new collection of songs that demanded a fresh sonic approach. After hearing Eraserhood’s standout productions for Kendra Morris, Angelo Outlaw, and Say She She, Thomas flew to Philadelphia with longtime collaborator Raynier Jacildo (The Volcanos, The Black Keys) for a four-day session in Questlove’s former studio — now home to Eraserhood Sound. The result is a powerful, analog-crafted album rooted in soul, reggae, psych, and storytelling.

From stripped-down demos to live-to-tape recordings, this album showcases the dynamic chemistry between Jr. Thomas and Eraserhood Sound — with contributions from a stellar cast of musicians including Maxwell Perla, Vincent John, Ron Kerber, Angelo Outlaw, and more.

Jr. Thomas is the musical moniker of Thomas McDowall, a Minneapolis-born artist whose sound is deeply rooted in classic Jamaican reggae, soul, and ‘70s singer-songwriter traditions. He began his career as a member of ska outfit The Dropsteppers and later formed Jr. Thomas & The Volcanos, a Los Angeles-based band revered for its modern take on vintage reggae.

Beyond group projects, Jr. Thomas has explored a wide sonic range through projects like Jr. Thomas & Cutlass Cream, and operates his own studio, Junior Grove Recordings, in Maple Grove, Minnesota. His work blends reverence for the past with honest, forward-thinking artistry — making him a vital voice in modern soul and reggae.

Vincent John, bass, guitar, synthesizers
Maxwell Perla, drums, auxiliary percussion, congas
Raynier Jacildo, piano, Hammond B3 organ, Wurlitzer, synthesizers
Ron Kerber, flute
Angelo Outlaw, vibraphone
Turquoise Cobb, backing vocals
Zeek Burse, backing vocals
Thomas McDowall, lead vocals, backing vocals, synthesizers

Thomas McDowall aka Jr. Thomas
Born in Saint Cloud, Minnesota in 1981, Thomas’ musical DNA is steeped in classic Jamaican reggae, 60s/70s soul and funk, and singer-songwriter traditions. After early success with Minneapolis ska outfit The Dropsteppers, he relocated to Los Angeles to form Jr. Thomas & The Volcanos, releasing acclaimed albums including Rockstone on revivalist label Colemine Records. Now, with Jr. Thomas in the Eraserhood, he enters a bold new era – one that embraces the timeless energy of soul for a new generation.

Maxwell Perla & Vincent John aka Eraserhood Sound
Eraserhood Sound is a producer duo, two-man rhythm section and record label led by Maxwell Perla and Vincent John. Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Eraserhood Sound, or EHS, is known for creating a progressive, futuristic sonic palette dubbed Synth & Soul. While operating out of the recording studio originally built for Questlove, Eraserhood Sound is poised to carry on the legacy of Philadelphia’s rich musical tapestry. ​

Eraserhood Sound was founded by Maxwell Perla and Vincent John, who wrote and recorded for Truth and Soul Records in New York City for a decade. The duo have co-written, performed, produced, mixed and released music by Abby Jeanne, Alici, Angelo Outlaw, Fantasy 15, Stereo League, Vincent John, La Dante, and more. EHS has also co-written, produced and/or mixed for artists on outside labels such as Say She She, Kendra Morris, Michelle Treacy, Jr. Thomas, and more.

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