The Sun Ra Arkestra, a legendary American jazz group known for its avant-garde style and afrofuturism themes, delivered an otherworldly Tiny Desk Concert on Halloween in 2014. Led by 91-year-old saxophonist Marshall Allen, who has been with the Arkestra since the 1950s, the band performed in costumes inspired by Egyptian symbolism and science fiction. The concert featured soul-stirring, spaced-out jazz that showcased the band's unique sound and spirit.

The Sun Ra Arkestra was founded in the mid-1950s by keyboardist and composer Sun Ra, known for his innovative approach to big-band jazz and electronic music. The group has continued to push boundaries under the leadership of Marshall Allen since 1995, with over a dozen talented musicians bringing Sun Ra's vision to life.

The Tiny Desk Concert highlighted the Arkestra's expansive musical repertoire and improvisational prowess, mesmerizing viewers with a cosmic journey through eclectic sounds and genres. As the band celebrated the legacy of Sun Ra and their own long-standing history in the jazz scene, their performance captured the essence of creative freedom and artistic exploration that has defined their enduring influence in the world of jazz music.