Robert Glasper/ Terrace martin/ 9th Wonder

Biography

Robert Glasper, Terrace Martin, and 9th Wonder are renowned musicians known for their contributions to jazz, hip-hop, and neo-soul. Robert Glasper, a pianist and producer, has bridged jazz and hip-hop throughout his career, notably with his album Black Radio. He met Terrace Martin at a jazz camp in Denver when they were teenagers. Terrace Martin is a versatile saxophonist and producer, celebrated for his work with Kendrick Lamar and other notable artists. 9th Wonder, a producer and educator, has collaborated with numerous hip-hop artists and teaches hip-hop history at prestigious universities. Together, they formed the supergroup Dinner Party, blending their styles to create a unique sound that reflects their shared history and musical influences. Their music often addresses social issues, such as police brutality, in a calm yet impactful manner. The group's debut EP was recorded in 2019 and features tracks like 'Freeze Tag,' which reflects on police violence. Through their collaborations, they have influenced a new generation of musicians by showcasing the intersection of jazz and hip-hop as powerful tools for social commentary and artistic expression.

Fun Facts

• Robert Glasper and Terrace Martin met at a jazz camp in Denver when they were teenagers.
• 9th Wonder teaches hip-hop history at Duke, NCCU, and Harvard.
• Dinner Party's music often addresses social issues like police brutality, as seen in their song 'Freeze Tag'.

Musical Connections

Mentors/Influences

• J Dilla - inspiration for Robert Glasper's tribute performances (Tribute to J Dilla at Blue Note) [Recent years]

Key Collaborators

• Kamasi Washington - Member of Dinner Party (Dinner Party EP) [2019]
• Phoelix - Featured vocalist on Dinner Party tracks (Dinner Party EP) [2019]

Artists Influenced

• Kendrick Lamar - Terrace Martin's production influenced Kendrick's jazz-infused sound (To Pimp a Butterfly) [2015]

Discography

Albums

Top Tracks

1. From My Heart And My Soul (feat. Tarriona Tank Ball & Phoelix) (Dinner Party: Dessert)
2. Freeze Tag (feat. Phoelix) (Dinner Party)
3. Melt Session #1 [Feat. Robert Glasper] (Melt My Eyez See Your Future)
4. Afro Blue (Black Radio)
5. Sleepless Nights (feat. Phoelix) (Dinner Party)
6. From My Heart and My Soul (feat. Phoelix) (Dinner Party)
7. Over [Feat. Yebba] (Black Radio III)
8. CALL ME INSTEAD (feat. Youngboy Never Broke Again & Robert Glasper) (THE FIRST TIME)
9. Love You Bad (feat. Malaya & Phoelix) (Dinner Party: Dessert)
10. Still Wonder (Marigold)

External Links

• Spotify
• Wikipedia