Dirtwire

Dirtwire is an American electronic music trio known for fusing traditional American roots music with global sounds and modern electronic production techniques. Their music blends elements of bluegrass, blues, West African kora, Indian classical, and other international influences with dubstep, trap, and other electronic genres. The band primarily utilizes acoustic instruments – including banjo, harmonica, jaw harp, and various stringed instruments – manipulated with electronic effects and looped samples to create a unique and eclectic sound.

Dirtwire originated in California and has toured extensively, performing at music festivals and venues across the United States and internationally. Their live shows are known for their high energy and improvisational nature, often incorporating live sampling and on-the-fly beat creation.

The band has released several albums and EPs, exploring diverse sonic landscapes and pushing the boundaries of genre classification. Their music often reflects themes of environmentalism, social consciousness, and cross-cultural connection. Dirtwire is considered part of the burgeoning movement of artists blending traditional acoustic music with modern electronic production to create innovative and globally-inspired soundscapes. Their experimentation with combining disparate musical traditions has gained them a dedicated following and critical acclaim within the electronic music and world music scenes.