BBNG2

BadBadNotGood · 2012

61 min · 11 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz improvisation and hip-hop rhythms, pushing genre boundaries with inventive instrumentation.

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BBNG2 is an album by BadBadNotGood, released in 2012. A vibrant fusion of jazz improvisation and hip-hop rhythms, pushing genre boundaries with inventive instrumentation. 'BBNG2' garnered critical acclaim for its fresh take on jazz, influencing a wave of contemporary jazz musicians and bridging connections to hip-hop. The album's cover of 'Flashing Lights' by Kanye West showcased the band's ability to reinterpret popular music through a jazz lens, enhancing their reputation in both genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does BBNG2 sound like?

A vibrant fusion of jazz improvisation and hip-hop rhythms, pushing genre boundaries with inventive instrumentation. Rooted in jazz.

What makes BBNG2 by BadBadNotGood notable?

'BBNG2' garnered critical acclaim for its fresh take on jazz, influencing a wave of contemporary jazz musicians and bridging connections to hip-hop. The album's cover of 'Flashing Lights' by Kanye West showcased the band's ability to reinterpret popular music through a jazz lens, enhancing their reputation in both genres. Released in 2012, 'BBNG2' is BadBadNotGood's second album, following their self-titled debut. This album established them as innovative leaders in the modern jazz scene and positioned them for collaborations with hip-hop artists like Ghostface Killah shortly thereafter.

How many songs are on BBNG2?

BBNG2 has 11 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.