The Messthetics & James Brandon Lewis – an explosive collaboration between the acclaimed instrumental trio from the U.S. and virtuoso saxophonist and composer James Brandon Lewis. Formed by members of the legendary Fugazi, The Messthetics blur the lines between punk rock, jazz, and free improvisation, fusing raw concert energy with technical brilliance. Their music proves that the  spirit of Washington’s hardcore punk scene and the innovation of modern jazz can coexist seamlessly. Their first joint album, released on the iconic Impulse! Records—home to legends like John Coltrane and Charles Mingus—has already been hailed as one of the finest jazz records of 2024.  

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JAMES BRANDON LEWIS