Surprise Chef
Melbourne quartet drawing on '70s film scores, jazz-funk and the records hip-hop samples; 'Yung Boi Suite' turned up in a Pepsi Super Bowl ad.
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About Surprise Chef
Surprise Chef is an instrumental band from Melbourne. There are no vocals: the tracks are built from slow-burning grooves, with electric piano and organ over clean guitar, round bass and dry, tight drums. The recordings have a warm, slightly worn sound, closer to library music and soul-jazz than to modern funk revival.
The pieces tend to unfold like scenes, with a melody stated plainly and left to sit over the rhythm section. The band records for Big Crown Records, the New York label whose roster leans toward vintage soul.
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Questions about Surprise Chef
What festivals is Surprise Chef playing in 2027?
Surprise Chef is booked at 1 festival we cover: Treefort 2027.
Is Surprise Chef on tour?
Yes. Surprise Chef has 4 shows listed, from Montreal, QC on Nov 17, 2026 to Cleveland Heights, OH on Nov 20, 2026, plus 1 festival on the page above.
Is Surprise Chef playing Treefort 2027?
Yes, Surprise Chef is on the Treefort 2027 lineup, March 31 – April 4, 2027 at Boise, ID.
Where is Surprise Chef from?
Surprise Chef is from Melbourne, Australia.
What kind of music does Surprise Chef play?
Surprise Chef plays soul and funk.