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Harriet Tubman
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Integrating sampling and other digital methods into a compelling genre-defying sound, Harriet Tubman embraces the pioneering spirit of jazz. Re-contextualizing musical technology to create innovative compositions is an important part of the African-American tradition, and the trio sees Harriet Tubman as its contribution to that tradition. In essence, "Harriet Tubman" makes music that is a fusion of soul, rock, jazz, blues, and avant-garde.
SF/Arts Curator Insight
This trio came together 25 years ago when drummer J.T. Lewis, guitarist Brandon Ross and bassist Melvin Gibbs joined forces to create a unique fusion of rock and soul, blues and jazz heavily influenced by the likes of Parliament Funkadelic and Jimmy Hendrix. New York’s Village Voice described their music: "As free as their iconic abolitionist namesake, Harriet Tubman is an irresistible force of truth, beauty, and electric improvisation.”
Laura Fraenza
SF/Arts Curator
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