Duchess & the Afro Dub Rebels were conceived by trumpet player Audrey
Leduc. The concept was quite simple, bring together musicians who could
produce a fresh sound, utilizing rhythmic percussion, horns and old school
Funk.
Their sound is a mix of down tempo, African beats, dub reggae, and funk, that is
exciting while at the same time familiar. There is a distinctly organic
sound to the music, emphasizing drums and bass for a solid foundation.
Using dark chord structures and rhythmic percussion the band infuses
audiences with the need to move.
Afrobeat, Funk, Dub are just a few of the adjectives that come to mind
when describing the band's driving rhythmic feel. They have to be as much
felt as heard.
The Band's major influences are: Fela Kuti, King Tubby, Sharon Jones & the Dapkings, Dub is a Weapon, Antibalas, Budos Band and a host of old school funk bands.
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