Jun Seba
Japanese record producer and composer
Born
1974
51 years ago
Died
February 26th, 2010
15 years ago — 36 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Japan
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A record producer, DJ, composer, and arranger from Japan, known for blending hip-hop with jazz and soul elements. Gained prominence through works released under the moniker Nujabes, which became influential in the instrumental hip-hop genre. Founded the record label Hydeout Productions and collaborated with numerous artists, integrating diverse musical styles. The soundtracks for the anime series Samurai Champloo featured many original compositions, showcasing a unique fusion of musical genres that attracted a dedicated following.
Produced the soundtrack for Samurai Champloo
Founded Hydeout Productions
Released albums like 'Metaphorical Music' and 'Modal Soul'
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