Alabaster DePlume

DePlume has become a standout figure on the international jazz and music scene, earning praise from fans and artists alike, including Bon Iver, who has both sampled and toured with him. His approach to music is deeply rooted in the human experience, drawing inspiration from personal encounters and life’s many chapters. Often politically charged or delightfully quirky, his lyrics and titles reflect his distinctive worldview. As a musician, DePlume’s saxophone style and tone are truly one-of-a-kind, making every performance unforgettable.

As a composer and producer, he thrives on spontaneity. Frequently, he invites musicians into the studio without offering prior preparation, capturing raw "first takes" and the magic of unplanned musical interactions. His acclaimed 2023 album, Come With Fierce Grace, emerged from this unique process.

“One of the things that’s key to my practice is destroying the idea of correct.”

DePlume seamlessly blends art music, world music, and jazz into fresh and exciting forms. Primarily a saxophonist, he may also surprise you with guitar or poetic performances from the stage. His creativity flows wherever he goes, making him an artist who truly lives and breathes music.

Even his artist name has an intriguing origin:

While walking down the street in a particularly expressive outfit, a car sped by, and a man leaned out the window, shouting something lost to the wind. What Fairbairn heard, as if fully formed, was Alabaster DePlume.