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Bran Van 3000

Bran Van 3000 formed in Montreal in the early 1990s around James Di Salvio and Steve Hawley. Their sound mixed hip-hop, soul, jazz, and electronica in a way...

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Bran Van 3000 formed in Montreal in the early 1990s around James Di Salvio and Steve Hawley. Their sound mixed hip-hop, soul, jazz, and electronica in a way that didn't fit neatly into one genre. They released albums like 'Glee' in 1997 and 'Discosis' in 2001, which developed a cult following.

Their track 'Astounded' became their most recognizable song, reaching international listeners. Other songs like 'Drinking in L.A.' and 'Couch Potato' showed their knack for pairing catchy melodies with lyrics that had something to say. The band's lineup included various musicians over time, with contributions from people like Kurt Dahle, Jayne Hill, and Robert Walsh.

They were known for putting on live shows with visual projections that matched the music's mood. Their work caught the attention of filmmakers, who directed some of their music videos. The group faced the usual indie-band struggles with money and label issues, but kept making music that felt both loose and carefully assembled.

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