All three members of the group are well known within the underground hip-hop scene and have built significant careers individually. Together, though, Dan the Automator on production, Del the Funky Homosapien rapping and Kid Koala DJ-ing create an epic, avant-garde production, which has attracted a large underground following in the US and beyond.
The group has produced two studio albums, both of which charted within the US Billboard 200 charts placing at 194 and 41 respectively. Their first album, the self-titled “Deltron 3030” is a concept album that details a battle between character Deltron Zero and the corporate powers that rule the universe. The album is genre bending and non-conforming throughout, and the scale of the scale of the project with its multiple collaborators, including Damon Albarn and Mark Bell, has been noted by critics and fans alike.
Deltron 3030 followed up this initial offering with “Event Two”, which was released in 2013 some 13 years after the release of their debut album. Despite the delay in between albums, “Event Two” had been in production as far back as 2004. The album placed more than 150 places higher than its predecessor; the wait and the inclusion of celebrities such as Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Amber Tamblyn, The Lonely Island, Damon Albarn and Jamie Cullum added to the album’s buzz and appeal. The album was a narrative sequel to the work produced for “Deltron 3030”.
It's reasonable to be weary of Deltron 3030 when it comes to watching them live. They took a hiatus for over a decade and then live hip-hop in general is a bit of a crap shoot. Some of it is great, some of it is really awful.
Thankfully you can put your concerns to rest because Deltron 3030 are one of the best touring hip-hop acts in the world right now. They use a live backing band who really add that extra oomph to the music that a lot of live hip-hop is lacking. In addition to that, Del tha Funkee Homosapien is a true professional who puts his all into these shows. This may be one of those "cash grab reunion tours" that have become popular in recent years, but it really doesn't feel like it. Deltron 3030 are as good as they have ever been. If you've been wanting to see these guys for years you owe it to yourself to check out one of their shows if they're coming to your area.
Even if you're not that familiar with Deltron 3030, consider buying a ticket and go into the show with an open mind. There's a very good chance you'll leave the show impressed with what you saw.