What is Masego's "Trap House Jazz"?

Trap House Jazz is a genre Masego created, fusing improvisation from jazz with the edge of hip-hop and the pulse of house music.

What is the "Sound Conductors" series about?

"Sound Conductors" is a project by Sonos and Rolling Stone pairing artists with orchestras to explore music's emotional depth.

How did Masego create the song "Unhinged"?

Masego wrote "Unhinged" during a difficult time, inspired by a spontaneous jam session with musicians in a backyard.

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Masego: Sound Conductor for Sonos & Rolling Stone

23 Nov

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Summary

Masego created "Unhinged" during a low point, inspired by backyard jamming.
Sonos and Rolling Stone partnered for "Sound Conductors" series.
Nu Deco Ensemble enhanced Masego's "Unhinged" with orchestral layers.

Masego: Sound Conductor for Sonos & Rolling Stone

Masego, an artist whose music aims to uplift and transform, recently collaborated with Sonos and Rolling Stone for the inaugural episode of their "Sound Conductors" series. This project features influential artists leading live orchestras to explore the profound connection between deep listening and emotion. Masego's new single, "Unhinged," a track born from a sunset jam session in North Hollywood, was reimagined with Miami's Nu Deco Ensemble.

Sam Hyken, Artistic Director of Nu Deco Ensemble, detailed their approach to enhancing "Unhinged," adding orchestral elements like a trumpet solo and expanded string writing. This collaboration underscores Sonos' capability to blend diverse musical worlds, creating a rich, dimensional soundscape where every instrument is vividly present. Masego views conducting as a metaphor for guiding potential, translating this into his immersive sonic experiences.