Michael Hutchinson a.k.a. Hutchy was born in St. Andrews, Jamaica and was raised in Mandeville. He moved to Washington, DC with his family in the 1980’s and became a renowned dj, selector and promoter on the DC music scene. He says, “Ever since I can remember, I have been doing music. One of my first stage experiences was at my high school, doing a rendition of Stevie Wonder’s song ‘Master Blaster Jamming.’ When I finished my act, I was rewarded with a standing ovation. At that point, I knew I belonged on stage.” “My experience on stage didn’t end there. I met Carl Malcolm who let me perform on his show. The audience’s reaction to me was overwhelming. At that point, I knew that I had something going for me, and was good at forming a personal connection with the audience. “ “Early on, I also had studio experiences watching Scientist and Phillip Smart, both of whom I admired. I then bought a drum machine, and started experimenting with making beats. Though I was never one who went into the studio much, my experiences with producers defined who I am today.“ “I work in a variety of styles, and so Ruff Cut is not just relegated to reggae, but to many different types of music. For example, dance music, which comes from dub. In my experience as a performer, for instance, I have worked with diverse bands and individuals, such as Desmond Williams, Thievery Corporation, BT, and Deep Dish. My singing style is also unique, involving a score of different styles.” “Because I saw the need to have creative control over my work, I knew I had to have my own studio and do my own thing as a writer and a producer. That’s how Ruff Cut got started.” Ruff Cut is originality and experimentation. Expect impeccable production on all its recordings. Ruff Cut is the beginning of a journey.