Name: The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis
Brand: The Messthetics, James Brandon Lewis

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1000143471

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2024-03-15

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Supplier US

Unive­rsal

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Sales:8.875

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602458945898

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1000143746

Artist

The Messthetics

James Brandon Lewis

Genre US

Jazz

Label US

Impulse

James Brandon Lewis is a US saxophonist and composer, born in 1983 in Buffalo. He is currently based in New York. Lewis received music lessons from Carol McLaughlin and studied at the Buffalo Academy for the Visual and Performing Arts. He furthered his studies at Howard University before attending CalArts, where he had the opportunity to study with renowned musicians Charlie Haden and Wadada Leo Smith.

In 2010, Lewis obtained his Master of Fine Arts degree and has since been making waves in the music industry. His talent has led him to collaborate with esteemed artists such as Dave Douglas, Joshua Redman, Aruán Ortiz, Chad Taylor, Brad Jones, Hank Roberts, Tony Malaby, and Marilyn Crispell.

With an impressive list of accomplishments under his belt, James Brandon Lewis continues to captivate audiences with his unique sound and innovative compositions. His music showcases a blend of influences that range from jazz to contemporary styles. Don't miss out on experiencing the brilliance of this extraordinary artist.

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On their Impulse! debut album, Washington DC’s experimental jazz punk trio the Messthetics (guitarist Anthony Pirog with drummer Brendan Canty and Joe Lally of iconic band Fugazi) join forces with acclaimed jazz tenor saxophonist, composer and bandleader James Brandon Lewis. Together, they widen the reach of decisive instrumental music through their overlapping of jazz, punk, funk, aggression and innovation.

The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis

Music US

Discover The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis by James Brandon Lewis. Experimental jazz punk trio teams up with acclaimed saxophonist on their Impulse! debut album, pushing the boundaries of instrumental music. Available in various formats from Impulse label.