Poor Bishop Hooper is the musical moniker of Jesse Robert Smith, a composer and multi-instrumentalist known for his ambient and instrumental interpretations of sacred texts. He's been steadily releasing music since 2019, primarily focusing on setting Psalms and other biblical passages to music. His work often features layered instrumentation, creating a meditative and atmospheric soundscape. Think quiet contemplation rather than boisterous praise music.
Smith's project, named after a 16th-century English bishop martyred during the reign of Mary I, reflects a deep engagement with religious themes. His releases, as evidenced by his recent output, often follow a sequential approach, working through books of the Bible or collections of hymns. This dedication to systematically exploring these texts through music makes his work a unique and ongoing exploration of faith and sound.
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