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Ishmael Ensemble is a Bristol-based collective formed in 2017 that has established itself at the intersection of jazz, astral/avant-garde, trip hop and psychedelic dub with inventive electronic textures. The group has earned recognition for its immersive performances and forward-thinking sound, drawing praise from critics and fans alike. Their work blends live instrumentation with electronic soundscapes to create expansive, cinematic performances that feel both intimate and expansive.