Tuxedo

Tuxedo is a collaboration between Mayer Hawthorne and Jake One. Hawthorne is a singer and songwriter with a soulful style, while Jake One is a producer known for his work in hip-hop and soul. They put out their first album, "Escapism," in 2015, followed by "Pink Cadillac" in 2019 and "White Nights" in 2021.

Their music leans into smooth, danceable grooves with a retro feel. Songs like "Doin' My Best" and "Do It" have that polished, upbeat quality that fits their project's name. They've also worked with other artists, like Parisalexa on "Vibrations."

In 2019, some allegations came up about Mayer Hawthorne, which led to a few canceled shows. The project has kept going since then, but that period brought some attention outside the music.