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Artist
La Cedille
12+ albums
Jazz HopHip-Hopfrench hip-hopjazzFrench hip hop
about
LA Cédille hail from Besançon in France. Their sound has been likened in the French media to that of The Roots and Opus Akhoben. 'album of the issue' DJ Magazine: theyve produced one of the classiest and most confident rap LPs of recent years without barely breaking a sweat" 5/5. Winners of Le Fair 2006! http://www.myspace.com/chocolatefireguardmusic Despite their energetic stage show they have made a positive effort to distance themselves from the infighting and rivalry that has become part of the French hip-hop scene in recent years. Their message, which is reinforced by their lyrics, promotes unity and cohesion amongst hip-hop lovers, encouraging them to focus on the factors that are common to all in the greater human struggle. Their songs reflect the African heritage of the band's two front men. The description of the meeting of these two cultures in the bands rapid fire hip-hop style yet smooth tones of the French language makes for a unique experience. The band haven't forgotten either their French heritage, with a distinctly jazzy feel to their songs which incorporate a brass-section featuring trombone and saxophone. The band first came to the attention of Chocolate Fireguard when they played alongside label mates Kava Kava at a festival in Switzerland. The label arranged a few tours of the UK building up a strong awareness around La Cedille's unique sound. The band continue to play across France and Switzerland including a slot at Montreux Jazz Festival and J
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