A five piece original band incorporating layers of jazz and blues over a funk/rock core. Formed in 2004 and hailing from Indianapolis, hip-O has grown dramatically in the past four years and continuously finds new ways to captivate audiences with every performance. Each member draws from unique musical influences, blending the sound of Medeski Martin & Wood with Jimi Hendrix's raw energy and Phish's eclectic songwriting. hip-O brings a high energy live show combining catchy melodies with structured improvisation, while supplying a solid groove guaranteed to keep a crowd moving all night long.