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A polished neo soul artist.
Robert Glasper is the leader of a new sonic paradigm with a career that bridges musical and artistic genres. To date, he boasts 5 Grammy wins and 11 nominations across 11 categories, an Emmy Award for his song for Ava Duvernay’s critically hailed documentary “13th” with Common and Karriem Riggins, and a Peabody Award for his Composition of “Mr. Soul!”. His work and accolades bridge all aspects of the music business, from live touring to film scoring, composing and producing. The ongoing Black Radio series has since become Glasper’s calling card, upholding a place at the heart of a trailblazing community: from long-time sonic brothers Mos Def and Bilal, to legends including Ledisi, Lupe Fiasco, Jill Scott, and Erykah Badu. Glasper is an artist at the heart of a moment - and a movement - to champion Black music, Black people, and the possibility of a better future.
Robert Glasper plays a fluid blend of contemporary jazz, neo-soul, and jazz rap prominently released through Blue Note Records.
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His live performances feature dynamic, improvisational keyboard jams blending acoustic jazz phrasing with heavy hip-hop grooves and guest vocalists.
He was raised in Houston, Texas, and later developed his career within the New York City jazz and hip-hop scene.