Whether DJ’ing, in the studio, working for Freerange Records or behind the counter at Phonica. Scott approaches his craft with a reverence for the roots of electronic music. With an unwavering commitment to authenticity he pays homage to the pioneers who paved the way, alongside the heroes of today. 2024 was a breakthrough year for Scott. As a producer, he released his debut EP, Myatt’s Field, in collaboration with long-time mentor Jimpster. In the club, he appeared on bills with Session Victim, Mafalda and Crazy P, as well as launching a new party series - Universal Melodies. His DJ sets span soulful house, deeper tech, ecstatic disco and global left-field sounds, while productions bridge trippy slow-mo techno and percussive house jams. With a strong sense of community at the heart of everything he does, the sounds of Hudson’s Choice invite you to feel something deep, deep inside. The seed of all this can be traced back to the Essex town where Hudson grew up. Cutting his teeth at local bars, often putting in 6 hour shifts in the DJ booth, these were the kinds of sets that allow you to explore your full collection, and hone your craft. Having put in the hours behind the decks, his hand soon turned to parties, and a booking that has helped shape his early output. A council-funded arts centre in Braintree might not be the spot you’d expect to see one of the most respected house DJs and producers of his time. But Scott made it happen. Having renovated the upstairs room at a theatre in his hometown, he invited down another local head by the name of Jamie Odell - AKA Jimpster. As another ardent enthusiast for all things community, of course Jamie said yes, and new connections were formed. Hudson’s tastes had already been shaped at home from a young age. His father’s collection was often on rotation, boasting timeless disco, soul, funk, and proto-house. The likes of The Peech Boys, Lonnie Liston Smith, Maze, D Train, The Whispers… the list (and the beat) goes on. Taking these influences and reappraising them in today’s context, DJs like Ron Trent, Antal, Midland, Move D and Weatherall became early reference points for his evolving tastes. The ability of these artists to recontextualise sounds and eras, both in their DJ sets and productions, stood out, and remains a guiding principle for the work of Hudson’s Choice. Those dusty 12”s from his Dad’s collection are still getting dropped in a peak time set, or being reimagined as part of a new tune. His production journey also took root in his hometown community. A chance meeting with Ray Hurley in 2020, with Ray sharing wisdom on Logic and sampling, was the push that Scott needed to start creating. 2024 then saw his debut release on Delusions of Grandeur, the Freerange sublabel. A four track collaboration with label-head Jimpster, the Myatt’s Field EP received support from Bill Brewster, Sean Johnston, Axel Boman and Kruder & Dorfmeister. Moving through psychedelic chug, wonky cross-rhythms, and percussive groovers, the EP received praise as an “eclectic studio debut” with “Weatherall-esque” moments. Myatt’s Field not only encapsulates the musical journey of Hudson’s Choice to date, but also serves as a promise of what’s to come. Since debuting on community radio in 2020, Scott has held residencies with Brixton Radio and Loose FM, as well as making regular appearances on Balamii and Voices. His party, Universal Melodies, centres the fundamentals of a good party: low lights, big sound and good people, and all a stone's throw from his front door. Proper community dancing. As well appearing regularly at Universal Melodies, Scott has appeared at Omeara, Space Talk & Servant Jazz Quarters amongst several other London venues, Acanteen in Chelmsford, Rumu in Lisbon and Rest off the coast of Sicily.