If you don’t know them yet, it’s time to remember the name — Alaclair Ensemble. Formed in 2010, this post-rigodon bas-canadian collective brings together Eman, KNLO, Robert Nelson, Claude Bégin, and Vlooper in a singular project where rap becomes a playground for experimentation and creative freedom. Revealed early on with 4,99, the group quickly established itself as a cornerstone of Quebec hip-hop, releasing a series of landmark albums, earning major accolades (Félix Awards and GAMIQ prizes), and performing on some of the most prominent stages in Quebec and across Europe.
Alaclair Ensemble thrives on bold collisions — blending rap, funk, bas-canadian gospel, and sharp irreverence — carried by writing that is daring, absurd, engaged, and deeply human. From Les Frères Cueilleurs to LAIT PATERNEL, through cult-status music videos and projects that feel both spontaneous and meticulously crafted, the group celebrates language, culture, and imagination without filters. Their music hits hard, brings people together, and makes listeners smile as much as it makes them think — a living, collective body of work that is unapologetically unique.