Ear Expansion with Jayve Montgomery

In this episode of Ear Expansion, host LaMont Hamilton is in an conversation with artist Jayve Montgomery, also known as AbstractBlack, about his work and musical journey. Jayve discusses his experimentation with sound, influenced by hip hop and the Great Black Music traditions within Chicago. He also speaks about how his work tackles themes of systemic oppression, historical trauma, and black experiences. Jayve shares insights on his early sonic formations, improvisational practices, and significant projects, and the origins of his moniker 'AbstractBlack.' He also delves into his performances in unconventional spaces, public improvisation, and how these practices serves as a personal meditative and spiritual evolution. The conversation is punctuated by discussions on societal structures, collective healing through sound, and the broader continuum of black experimental music.