Hang Massive

Hang Massive

Hang Massive is a UK instrumental group built around the hang, a handmade Swiss instrument introduced in 2000 and still relatively rare. The act is formed by Danny Cudd, Markus Offbeat and Victoria Grebezs, and it develops a style centred on hang-led performance with ambient, new age and electronic elements.

Background

Hang Massive begins as a duo in the summer of 2010, when Danny Cudd and Markus Offbeat start playing together. From there the group performs in many countries and builds an international following through live shows. Its profile grows around the hang, which shapes both the sound and the visual identity of the project.

Sound and approach

The group focuses on original instrumental music for hang, with a performance style that is both rhythmic and melodic. Its later work also incorporates electronic production, which broadens the palette beyond the acoustic instrument itself. The result is a hybrid style that sits between ambient, new age and hang-based experimental music.

Recognition

Hang Massive is presented as a prominent name in hang music and is known for wide-ranging performances at venues and events around the world. The group’s appeal comes from its unusual instrumentation and the combination of live hang playing with electronic textures.