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Slum Village x Abstract Orchestra at Band on the Wall

Johnny James, Managing Editor

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Slum Village x Abstract Orchestra

Band on the Wall, Manchester
4 February 2020

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Detroit heavy-hitters Slum Village are soon to make their hotly anticipated return to Manchester. Founded in the early 90’s by three childhood friends: Baatin, T3 and J Dilla, they remain a massively influential force in hip hop today. Teaming up with allstar hip hop big band Abstract Orchestra, their show at Band on the Wall promises to be a special one.

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