Gallowstreet

Gallowstreet is a twelve-piece brass ensemble from Amsterdam that has redefined the 'brass band' archetype by integrating the structural logic of electronic dance music. Formed in 2012 and named after the Galgenstraat, the group emerged from the same vibrant Dutch scene that produced Jungle By Night.

Their sound identity is built on 'neo-brass,' a style that replaces traditional swing or marching band tropes with house, hip-hop, and afrobeat influences. Instead of a bass guitar or synth, they utilize the sousaphone to provide a percussive, low-end foundation that mimics electronic sub-bass. Their career arc shows a progression from high-energy live covers of club tracks to sophisticated original compositions that explore cinematic and orchestral textures, notably seen in their collaboration with the Pynarello string ensemble. Critically, they are recognized for their 'Battleplan' and 'Our Dear Metropolis' eras, which solidified their status as a premier festival act capable of bridging the gap between jazz aficionados and electronic music fans. They represent a modern shift in instrumental music where the 'vibe' and 'groove' take precedence over traditional improvisational structures.