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The Sorcerers are a Leeds-based musical trio known for their fusion of Ethio-jazz, cinematic funk, and library music. Formed by Neil Innes, Joost Hendrickx, and Richard Ormrod, the group draws heavily from the sounds of 1960s Ethiopian jazz and the aesthetic of vintage soundtrack recordings. Their debut album The Sorcerers (2019) introduced their atmospheric, groove-driven style, inspired by artists like Mulatu Astatke and classic European film scores. The success of this release led to further explorations in their follow-up, In Search of the Lost City of the Monkey God (2020), a concept album steeped in myth, tension, and exotic instrumentation. In 2024, they released I Too Am A Stranger, continuing their evolution with darker tones and broader sonic textures. With a cult following and consistent praise from fans of jazz and global fusion, The Sorcerers have become key figures in the UK’s alternative jazz scene.