Rubba, the enigmatic alias of French composer Jacky Giordano, emerged in the late 1970s as a pivotal figure in the library music scene. His 1980 album, *In Motion: Modern Progressive Group Sounds Played By Rubba*, released under the esteemed De Wolfe label, showcases a fusion of progressive and psychedelic sounds. This work has gained cult status, notably sampled by artists like Madlib and Freddie Gibbs in their track "Thuggin'." Giordano's collaborations with British musicians, including John Hyde and Alan Howe, further enriched his distinctive style, leaving an indelible mark on the evolution of library music. ([nts.live](https://www.nts.live/artists/6093-rubba?utm_source=openai))