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Butter And The Genre

Butter and the Genre is a jazz band that blends the best of timeless influences with a fresh, inviting sound. Led by Gregory "Butter" Haubrich, the group is known for their seamless instrumental harmonies and the soulful voice of Calliope Staudt, creating music that captivates everyone from seasoned jazz lovers to those new to the genre. With their debut album, Music Is Life, on the horizon, the band is ready to share their vibrant sound with audiences far and wide.

Formed in December 2023, the band came together through a mix of talent from the University of Central Oklahoma’s jazz scene and Oklahoma City's 51st Street Speakeasy. Calliope’s stunning performance of “Bye Bye Blackbird” at a jazz jam sealed her place in the group, where her voice seamlessly blends with horns and rhythm section, becoming a defining element of the band's sound.

Article: Take Five With...

Take Five with Trumpeter Gregory Haubrich of Butter And The Genre

by AAJ Staff
July 21, 2025

Meet Gregory “Butter" Haubrich Gregory “Butter" Haubrich is a lifelong musician, songwriter and arranger whose sound bridges the soulful roots of jazz with accessible melodies and spontaneous storytelling. A trumpet player with a deep emotional range and a background that includes keys, harmonica and vocals, Butter brings both grit and grace to every performance. From rural ...

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Music Is Life

Featuring the music of Butter And The Genre
Duration: 7:13
June 20, 2025

Butter and the Genre blends jazz, soul, and funk into something bold, emotional, and alive. Their breakout single, “Music Is Life,” fuses rich horns, and raw live energy into a vibrant celebration of creativity and connection. Filmed like a short film and recorded independently, the video is semi-based on a true story—Butter met each band member at the 51st Speakeasy in Oklahoma, where their musical chemistry first sparked. The result captures generational talent and real-life authenticity, proving that real music still lives and breathes.

News: Music Industry

Butter And The Genre Announces 'Music Is Life,' A New Jazz Single Bridging Generations

May 8, 2025

Butter and the Genre Announces “Music Is Life”—A New Jazz Single Bridging Generations New single drops May 9, 2025 via The Orchard. Butter And The Genre, the multigenerational jazz collective led by seasoned musician Gregory “Butter” Haubrich, is set to release their new single “Music Is Life” on May 9, 2025. Distributed worldwide through The Orchard ...