From the world beat of Tabla Beat Science, to the jazzy flavors of Pharoah Sanders backed by Material, Bill Laswell's show is an exciting mix.

Throughout three decades, Bill Laswell has been a constant innovator, fusing seemingly disparate genres into a whole new sound. Touching upon everything from world beat, funk, rock, hip-hop and jazz, there are no limits to his experimental approach. No matter what the project, one thing remains a constant - Laswell's pretty basslines provide a rhythm to which all sounds connect beautifully. The Grammy winner is one of the most prolific artists in modern music, fronting his own band Material and serving as producer, label owner and performer on others' albums. He has worked with many respected artists, including Herbie Hancock, Mick Jagger, Peter Gabriel, Yoko Ono and Laurie Anderson. Among his many talents is his ability to bring together well-matched singers and players to create a distinct style that defies easy classification. His SOUNDSTAGE appearance embodies his unique approach, transcending any genre boundaries and delivering an engaging performance. From the world beat of Tabla Beat Science, to the jazzy flavors of Pharoah Sanders backed by Material, it's an exciting mix. Other surprises include a rocking Buckethead set that includes a little break-dancing and songs by Praxis. The show culminates in an all-star performance, funked up by Bootsy Collins.