Abstract Orchestra
Abstract Orchestra
Sat 23 Nov 2024
Abstract Orchestra is making some of the most exciting music in hip-hop, blending jazz orchestration with hip-hop beats and MCs.
The 18 piece all star big band creates unique music that is both heavy and beautiful, pushing the boundaries of live hip-hop. Their live sets can be equally dark and brooding as it can be beautiful and moving. Its high energy and high octane head nods for the full performance. Abstract Orchestra explores the original samples used in classic hip hop joints, orchestrated across the ensemble, whilst matching the classic beats used by the greats such as J Dilla and Madlib.
Along with their original work, Abstract Orchestra is well known for their masterful reinterpretations of hip-hop classics by legends that include J Dilla and MADVILLAIN, diversifying ways in which hip-hop can be enjoyed.
The band includes musicians that have toured with some of the top acts in the world including Jamiroquai, Corinne Bailey Rae, Mark Ronson, Amy Winehouse, John Legend & The Roots, Roots Manuva, Rag ’n’ bone Man, Adele, Estelle and Lily Allen.
'Dynamite' - Gilles Peterson BBC6 Music/Worldwide
The 18 piece all star big band creates unique music that is both heavy and beautiful, pushing the boundaries of live hip-hop. Their live sets can be equally dark and brooding as it can be beautiful and moving. Its high energy and high octane head nods for the full performance. Abstract Orchestra explores the original samples used in classic hip hop joints, orchestrated across the ensemble, whilst matching the classic beats used by the greats such as J Dilla and Madlib.
Along with their original work, Abstract Orchestra is well known for their masterful reinterpretations of hip-hop classics by legends that include J Dilla and MADVILLAIN, diversifying ways in which hip-hop can be enjoyed.
The band includes musicians that have toured with some of the top acts in the world including Jamiroquai, Corinne Bailey Rae, Mark Ronson, Amy Winehouse, John Legend & The Roots, Roots Manuva, Rag ’n’ bone Man, Adele, Estelle and Lily Allen.
'Dynamite' - Gilles Peterson BBC6 Music/Worldwide
