Oxmo Puccino | Lipopette Bar (w/ The Jazzbastards) | Album

Lipopette Bar (2006) is a landmark concept album by French-Malian rapper Oxmo Puccino, recorded with his live backing band, The Jazzbastards. Released under the prestigious Blue Note Records label, it is widely regarded as a masterclass in jazz-rap fusion. The album functions like a "film noir," featuring a series of interconnected stories about life in a fictional dive bar. The lyrics and atmosphere are deeply inspired by the life and legacy of iconic jazz singer Billie Holiday. Moving away from traditional programmed hip-hop, the album features live acoustic instrumentation, leaning heavily into authentic jazz structures.

Artist Website: oxmo.net

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Related Artists: Ibrahim Maalouf, The Jazzbastards