Genre-blenders from New Orleans to play Northampton date

New Orleans' Hot 8 Brass Band is back at the Picturedrome on July 21 for the first time in a decade.
The Hot 8 Brass Band has been lauded by the likes of BBC 6 Music and The GuardianThe Hot 8 Brass Band has been lauded by the likes of BBC 6 Music and The Guardian
The Hot 8 Brass Band has been lauded by the likes of BBC 6 Music and The Guardian

The band, out on the road touring in support of their latest album, play a mix of hip-hop, jazz and funk out of the classic marching band tradition a with a contemporary vibe.

Having made their name playing on the streets and in the clubs of their home town, The Hot 8 Brass Band has been lauded by the likes of BBC 6 Music and The Guardian. Earlier this year they played a sold out gig at the Roundhouse in London following the release of their latest album On The Spot which came out in April.

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The band formed in 1996 when two former Fortier High School student groups, the High Steppers and the Looney Tunes Brass Bands, combined.

Tickets cost £15 in advance before fees and are available online and from the venue. Doors open at 9pm.www.hot8brassband.com

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