Future Now
Smashing stylistic and genre boundaries to create something truly unique, Future Now is a melting pot of hip-hop, soul, jazz and RnB, and features at this year’s Melbourne International Jazz Festival.
Vocalist José James, MC Taylor McFerrin and pianist Robert Glasper boldly challenge preconceptions of what musical expression should be, taking their fusion of distinct musical styles to uncharted destinations.
Taylor McFerrin’s incredible vocal and beatboxing abilities are ingeniously enhanced with synthesizers, samples and more, meshing together to transform his deep ‘60s soul roots into his vision of future hip-hop.
Drawing on his passion for music and creative writing, José James delivers an inspiring electro-soul, modern sound with his signature voice.
The Robert Glasper Experiment’s recent Blue Note/EMI release, Black Radio – featuring a jaw-dropping roll-call of special guests including Erykah Badu, Mos Def, Lupe Fiasco and Meshell Ndegeocello – has captivated the music world, blending hip-hop, funk, neo-soul and gospel sounds while remaining deeply rooted in jazz.
Future Now is playing at The Forum, Melbourne, Australia, on Friday 8 June 2012. Tickets are available from Ticketmaster.
