The Soul Rebels
Brass Band Innovators | Fusing Funk, Jazz & Hip-Hop
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The Soul Rebels have built a reputation as one of New Orleans' most acclaimed brass bands. Formed in 1991 as a collaboration between nine high school friends, the group has evolved a signature sound that blends funk, jazz, and hip-hop.
Their incendiary live performances have earned them slots at major festivals like Bonnaroo, Glastonbury, and Coachella. As ambassadors of the New Orleans brass tradition, The Soul Rebels infuse classics with modern energy, creating a fresh, dance-ready experience for audiences worldwide.
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"Rebelosis" / "Rebel Rock" / "Rebel on That Level"
Live and direct from New Orleans, The Soul Rebels rock the TED stage with a tight, energetic performance blending elements of hip-hop, jazz and funk. The eight-piece brass band plays three songs -- "Rebelosis," "Rebel Rock" and "Rebel on That Level" -- turning the red circle into a joyful French Quarter street corner.
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