Arrested Development

Arrested Development, the Atlanta collective led by Speech, has championed an alternative, positive hip hop since the 1990s, nourished by soul and funk. With "Tennessee," "People Everyday" and "Mr. Wendal," the group has created choruses that have become familiar while standing for conscious lyrics and an approach that runs counter to gangsta rap. Having won Grammy Awards, they have developed onstage an identity as a live band where groove and flows blend naturally.

At the Rockstore in Montpellier, on 20 September 2026, AD delivers this signature formula: organic beats, backing vocals, guitars and bass that keep the pulse, and a clear rap that engages with social realities. The current lineup, centered on Speech and his collaborators, revisits the classics and draws from a catalogue that remains vibrant. A concert conceived for old-school hip hop fans, but also for those who enjoy rap shows with a full musical section, balancing collective energy and a sense for the song.