Hollie Macnish

Hollie Cook and producer Ben Mckone decided to make a dub version of the British reggae star's 2022 album Happy Hour while going through the mixing process of the record and finding more room to explore within the lush, detailed arrangements. Happy Hour in Dub sequences the versions in reverse order of the original album's track listing, as if Hollie and her co-producers are retracing their steps. Lyrically, Happy Hour focused on themes of loneliness and self-care, creating a bittersweet dynamic when paired with music that otherwise seems fun and celebratory.

The iconic Kiwi kaiwaiata returns with her first new release in five years. Hollie Smith makes her triumphant return with the first track to be released from her upcoming 4th solo album.

Hollie Cook combines her unique vocal talent and charisma to craft a dynamic strand of lovers rock with enduring tropical vibes, weaving a path from her West London roots to an arena of diverse collaborations, critically acclaimed records, and iconic live appearances around the world.

On August 11, 2023, Merge Records will release Happy Hour in Dub, a heavenly set of dub versions to pair with Hollie Cook’s critically acclaimed 2022 album Happy Hour.

Hollie was born to a musically talented Mother, who played piano and sang live on her own radio show and with a brother who played guitar and sang professionally since age 15 and brought her into his band as her first professional experience. By age 18 she was working full time as a professional keyboard player and lead singer/songwriter. Throughout her 30+ years in the music business she performed throughout 11 western states and Alaska working with a variety of acts from solo piano/vocals to full bands. As a true "on the road" musician playing 300 dates a year, she made her sole-living working in many styles of bands and acts. This crazy life lead her to write her humorous memoir: I’m Not a Groupie! I’m IN the Band! Which can be purchased at online retailers everywhere.