Cortex with special guests Adrian Younge and J.Rocc

🎶 ArtDontSleep is thrilled to announce the return of Cortex, the legendary French psychedelic jazz-funk group, for Le Jazz Est Mort — a spectacular sixteen-city tour across the United States, Canada, and Mexico this September and October!

Founded and led by pianist, composer, and vocalist Alain Mion, recognized by the National Music Publishers' Association as a Gold & Platinum certified songwriter, Cortex has carved a unique niche in music history with their innovative blend of jazz, rock, and funk. Their iconic 1975 album Troupeau Bleu is hailed as a masterpiece, becoming a cornerstone of hip-hop sampling with its timeless grooves reinvented by artists such as Tyler, The Creator, MF DOOM, Madlib, Rick Ross, Kanye West, Baby Keem, and Damso.

With over 220 documented samples and more than 120 million streams across all platforms, Cortex’s influence continues to resonate through jazz and hip-hop communities, forging a living bridge between the golden age of French jazz-funk and today’s beatmakers.

In 2024, Cortex captivated sold-out audiences across the USA and Canada on a tour organized by Jazz Is Dead, featuring an incredible lineup: bassist Mohamed Ouaraz, drummer Victor Dubois, and vocalists Virginie Hombel (vocals/keys) and Sandy Malonga (vocals/synth) alongside Mion himself. Le Jazz Est Mort promises to bring that electrifying live experience to new stages, from the Hollywood Palladium to Massey Hall, and from L'Olympia in Montreal to Mexico City—proof that Cortex's creative vision is timeless and transcends borders!

📍 Location: Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12220

🎟️ Get your tickets now!