We are proud to welcome hip-hop band Ferge X Fisherman to the Juju’s stage for a special headline show.
The songs of the hip-hop band Ferge X Fisherman, detached from any conventionality, are deeply influenced by jazz, which plays a colossal role in their music. It is the group’s casual, subtle complexity that consistently allows the freedoms of this genre to shine through in their music. Every sound element lands precisely where it belongs: a piano figure suddenly fills the gaps; a clever chord change momentarily shifts the harmonic structure; a snare hit arrives a millisecond late, creating the unmistakable laid-back feeling of Ferge X Fisherman. As is often the case, it is the small details here that transform something good into something magnificent.
And above it all is Fritz Fisherman, rapping like a jazz instrumentalist would solo. With his fresh approach to the English language and introspective lyrics (as well as his slightly smoky, slightly nasal voice), he forms the lyrical core of the band. The project began with him and the producer Ferge, who met as teenagers while skateboarding in Nuremberg.
The original chemistry between the two was quickly expanded to include close collaboration with the four-member, highly skilled jazz band Nujakasha, who have become an integral part of Ferge X Fisherman both in the studio and in live performances.
From this circle of friends, their own record label emerged over time, where the six musicians handle almost everything themselves (e.g., videos, merchandise, finances). This team spirit is also evident in the music of Ferge X Fisherman: the delightful crackling of old vinyl samples blends with crisp drums, smooth E-piano chords, and adventurous basslines.
