Michael League (born April 24, 1984) is an American composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. He is the bandleader of instrumental band Snarky Puppy and the international music ensemble Bokanté. He also founded the band Forq with keyboardist Henry Hey, and is also an owner and founder of the record label GroundUP Music. League has won five Grammy Awards.
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Snarky Puppy will tour the U.S. this fall in support of "Somni," their second collaboration with the Metropole Orchestra, led by bassist Michael League.
Snarky Puppy bassist Michael League releases "Elipsis," a six-song trio album with Antonio Sánchez and Pedro Martinez blending deep-rooted traditions, improvisation, and global rhythm.
Michael League’s vintage P Bass tone and subtle effects choices add real character to this hour long London set with Nate Smith, creating a laid back and engaging performance.
Snarky Puppy and Metropole Orkest team up again for a dynamic performance, featuring Michael League on Bacci bass and sweeping orchestral textures.
Michael League feels heavy in the recent Snarky Puppy performance with the Metropole Orkest, using his Nik Huber bass and a sub octave effects.
![Snarky Puppy & Metropole Orkest - Waves Upon Waves (cond. Jules Buckley) [Official Video]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/f0GB_r-0J80/hqdefault.jpg)
