Jahari Massamba Unit stands as a unique collaboration between two towering figures in the world of experimental and underground music – Madlib, the prolific producer known for his eclectic sampling and genre-spanning works, and Karriem Riggins, a virtuoso drummer and producer deeply rooted in jazz and hip-hop. This partnership bounds through the uncharted territories of jazz, blending the genre's traditional elements with abstract hip-hop beats and avant-garde rhythms. Their music is a cerebral journey, deeply infused with spiritual motifs and the rich history of African American musical tradition.

Their recent releases like "YHWH is LOVE" and "Riesling Pour Robert" showcase a devotion to the complexity and depth of instrumental music, with tracks often feeling like exploratory jams that find the duo communicating at a higher level. Albums such as "Pardon My French" signal not only a playful nod to their influences but also an assertion of their creative prowess in blending wine references with soul-stirring rhythms — an ode to the finer things in life, be it jazz, hip-hop, or a good bottle of wine. Through the Jahari Massamba Unit, Madlib and Riggins offer listeners a unique sonic experience that pays homage to the past while pushing the boundaries of what instrumental music can be.

Genres

Hip Hop

Experimental

Jazz

Avant-garde

Neo Soul

Jazz Fusion

Abstract Hip Hop

Abstract

Spiritual Jazz

Latest Release

YHWH is LOVE

Jahari Massamba Unit•

Karriem Riggins•

Madlib

Album - 14 Tracks - Released March 1, 2024