Blowing Big is the first chapter in a new musical era. This release launches a weekly and bi-weekly rollout leading into my third solo album, THE CONFLUENCE—a project built on connection, evolution, and sound colliding at the right moment.
Blowing Big sets the tone. Each release that follows builds toward THE CONFLUENCE. This isn’t just a single—it’s the start of a journey.
The Warm Up – 20 Year Anniversary Edition celebrates the legacy of Eric Wilson’s debut album, originally released January 1, 2006. Fully restored and reintroduced for a new era, the project represents the foundation of Scratchpaper Productions and a defining moment in Cleveland hip-hop history.
Released on January 1, 2006, The Warm Up marked the official introduction of Eric Carlyle Wilson Jr. as both a recording artist and producer under his independent label, Scratchpaper Productions. Two decades later, The Warm Up – 20 Year Anniversary Edition revisits that moment with renewed clarity, enhanced sound, and deeper historical perspective.
More than just a re-release, this anniversary edition represents the origin story of a career built on self-sufficiency, musical craftsmanship, and cultural contribution. Created during a time when independent artists had limited access to industry infrastructure, the original album showcased Wilson’s ability to write, produce, and engineer his own material—laying the groundwork for a catalog that would grow into hundreds of registered works and thousands of original compositions.
The 20-year anniversary edition is being carefully restored using modern production tools, including stem separation and advanced mixing techniques, to enhance the sonic quality while preserving the authenticity and emotion of the original recordings. This process bridges the gap between past and present, allowing new listeners to experience the project with contemporary clarity while longtime supporters reconnect with its raw, foundational energy.
As the first official release under Scratchpaper Productions, The Warm Up also represents the birth of a platform that would go on to support countless artists, collaborations, and cultural initiatives within Cleveland and beyond. From early studio sessions to large-scale performances and industry relationships, the album stands as a timestamp of where it all began.
Now, 20 years later, The Warm Up – 20 Year Anniversary Edition is more than a remaster—it is a celebration of longevity, independence, and the evolution of an artist who continues to build, create, and contribute to the culture.
Whether you’re celebrating love, growth, or change—Blowing Big arrives February 14. Pre-save now and be the first to hear it the moment it drops.
Pre-save Blowing Big today and stay locked in as THE CONFLUENCE unfolds.