Orchestre Tout Puissant Marcel Duchamp (OTPMD) is a Swiss-based avant-garde music collective known for its eclectic blend of genres, experimental soundscapes, and captivating live performances. The group was formed in Geneva in the early 2000s and takes its name from the renowned French artist Marcel Duchamp, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the Dada movement and conceptual art.
While the collective's lineup has evolved over the years, its core ethos remains rooted in collaboration, improvisation, and pushing the boundaries of traditional musical conventions. Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of influences, including rock, jazz, punk, and world music, OTPMD creates a sonic tapestry that defies categorization.
Throughout their career, OTPMD has released several albums, EPs, and singles, each showcasing their innovative approach to composition and performance. Their music often features intricate rhythms, unconventional instrumentation, and a sense of playfulness that reflects their namesake's irreverent spirit.
Beyond their studio recordings, OTPMD is renowned for their dynamic live shows, which are characterized by a sense of spontaneity and a willingness to explore new sonic territories. With each performance, they invite audiences to join them on a journey of sonic exploration, challenging preconceived notions of what music can be.
In addition to their musical endeavors, members of OTPMD are also involved in various artistic projects, collaborations, and interdisciplinary ventures, further cementing their status as pioneers of the avant-garde music scene.
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“Orchestre Tout Puissant Marcel Duchamp are a slightly ramshackle 12-piece collective from Geneva whose music is genuinely uncategorisable. Fifth LP We’re OK, But We’re Lost Anyway (Bongo Joe) leaps from drone-heavy electronica to Philip Glass-style repetition to gypsy brass band workouts to folksy chants and slow-burning post-punk with alarming efficiency.”
“Orchestre Tout Puissant Marcel Duchamp Pull all their influences together into something quite extraordinary. 9/10”
“By refusing to stand still and stick to any genre that they are a force to be reckoned with.”
“The best of it has a kind of hypnotic post-punk groove, with a strong African flavour.”