The Herbaliser Band quickly released "Remedies," their debut record establishing themselves as a key component of the Ninja Tune group and adding more diverse DJs and musicians to their roster. The next year, they expanded their output to include an eight-piece live band and made their debut at George IV in Brixton as they were recording "Blow Your Headphones," their second full-length... read full bio
Poet, visual artist and composition professor at the USC Thornton School of Music Camae Ayewa, often known as "Moor Mother," is a touring musician who performs both domestically and abroad. Her music crosses several genres, including electronic, free jazz and classical. The Guggenheim Museum, The Met, Carnegie Mellon and Carnegie Hall, Documenta 15, Berlin Jazz Festival and Glastonbury Festival have all displayed Camae's... read full bio
Jitwam, an only kid, moved to Sydney together with his parents after being born in Guwahati, Assam, India. He was influenced by bands like The Avalanches, Gerling and Sleepy Jackson while growing up in the suburbs. Even though he began writing songs, taking keyboard lessons, and playing the guitar at the age of 14, he didn't begin to take music seriously until... read full bio
Based in Leeds, Jasmine Myra is a saxophone, composer and bandleader. Joining the city's vibrant, innovative and multi-genre music scene, she has surrounded herself with some of the north of England's finest up-and-coming musicians. Inspired by a wide range of musicians, including Bonobo, Olafur Arnalds and Kenny Wheeler, whose music has an expressive character that is also evident in Myra's own compositions, her... read full bio
Meet Reinel Bakole, a creative polymath who is considered the next big thing in the avant-garde Belgian soul scene. Her skill encompasses performance, songwriting, dancing and singing, creating a captivating, cross-genre musical world that challenges artistic conventions. Reinel Bakole is now working on her debut album, which will be released after a fruitful two-year tour that saw her appear on famous stages such... read full bio
With their captivating chemistry, appeal and sense of humor, Laura Quirke and Claire Kinsella captivate audiences with a world of personal observations and challenging topics. A basic and dramatic backdrop, characterized by the warmth and grit of Kinsella's cello and subtly supported by Quirke's cyclical, trance-like guitar playing, is sliced through by the uncommon alchemy of the duo's voices combined. With... read full bio
Since 2019, the multi-instrumentalist and composer Nailah Hunter, based in Los Angeles, has been making music with mystical folk and ambient influences. She has released two EPs, Quietude and Spells, along with a number of singles. Hunter's first full-length album, Lovegaze, is captivating and immerses listeners in her enchanted worldview. She is currently signed to Fat Possum. Hunter, a pastor's daughter... read full bio
Once regarded as one of the best-kept musical secrets in the Northwest, Jarrod Lawson has blossomed as a global phenomenon, topping charts, winning accolades, playing at esteemed venues and igniting new attention for Portland's emerging soul music scene. With his powerful message music, smokey-voiced singer-songwriter and virtuoso pianist Lawson has been making good waves around the world ever since he published... read full bio
Oscar Mbongeni Ndlovu, better recognized by his stage name Oscar Mbo, is a house DJ and podcaster for his own program on Podomatic called "The Ashmed Hour." He debuted his debut album Golden Power after releasing his debut EP, Life & Love. In addition, he is a part of the trio group "Golden Boys Ent.," which organizes various entertainment activities. Oscar... read full bio
Born Selina Nongaliphe Oliphant, SNO is a South African township resident. She grew up during the apartheid era and has always considered music as a source of hope and power for the oppressed. She currently resides in Manchester, where she is deeply ingrained in the vibrant music scene. She used to broadcast a monthly show on NTS Radio Manchester and a... read full bio
Ray Monde and Kris Chau, the duo from Los Angeles that goes by Monde UFO, are a monochromatic sunset for the senses. A voyage through jazz, space rock and psychedelic music via sound. A celestial realm where Spacemen 3 and Vanishing Twin collide via Sun Ra. 7171 flawlessly captures the foundation of low- and high-fidelity tones that have contributed to the... read full bio
Halima, who was born and raised by her mother in Lagos and London, currently resides in Brooklyn, drawing from a tri-continental source. Being the only kid, she learned how to balance her time spent reflecting alone with her participation in group day camps and community theater and music programs. She recalls creating mechanisms for bringing musicians together continuously, starting in... read full bio
Tara Lily's upbringing in South London as a member of a British and South Asian household has shaped her viewpoint on music and world culture. She has been surrounded by a wide variety of sounds and genres throughout her childhood, including jazz, electronica + dance, R&B, and Indian soundscape. Virgil Abloh, Gilles Peterson, Iggy Pop, Jamie Cullum, and Motown Records... read full bio
Rolling Stone referred to Brooklyn, New York native Kaki King as "a genre unto herself," and she has indeed proven to be just that. Her work has brought her all over the world, where she has performed at the Kennedy Center, the London Jazz Festival, the Paris Les Femmes s'en Melent, and shared stages with Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl. She... read full bio
The rapidly rising Scottish producer, multi-instrumentalist, and composer corto.alto has been characterized as a classic jazz musician brought up in the internet era. Corto.alto, the stage name of Glasgow-based Liam Shortall, is a new take on a potent blend of electronic production, bass-heavy dub, broken beat bounce, and smart improvisation. His first album, Bad With Names Out, made the Mercury... read full bio
In 1991, Mr. Jefferey Herbert founded the Original Pinettes Brass Band, the only female brass band in the universe. Each member was raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, and went to the historically black, all-girl Catholic institution, St. Mary's Academy High institution (HBHS). The Original Pinettes, who started out with 16 or more women, eventually included not just St. Mary's girls... read full bio
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Jerry Douglas is a renowned resonator guitar (dobro) and lap steel player. The artist has recorded with musicians such as Ray Charles, Eric Clapton, Dolly Parton, Paul Simon, Mumford & Sons, and Elvis Costello. In addition, the instrumentalist has produced albums for Alison Krauss, Nashville Bluegrass Band, Maura OConnell, and more. Douglas work has been noted by the Grammy Awardshe... read full bio
Rubblebucket is an alternative jazz band comprised of members Kalmia Traver, Alex Toth, Dandy McDowell, Maddie Rice, Jeremy Gustin, Ian Chang, Max Jaffe, and Adam Dotson. They use baritone saxophone, trumpet, bass, guitar, drums and trombone to create eclectic jazz music. The band has released a multitude of different albums, garnering acclaim from reviewers like Rolling Stone. They have played... read full bio
Pianist Roger Williams' sweeping, sparkling arpeggios, showy technique, and gentle, easy listening arrangements made him one of the most popular pop instrumentalists of the late '50s and '60s. Like many other easy listening musicians, Roger Williams blurred the boundaries between pop, jazz, and classical, creating a smooth, relaxing hybrid. In 1955 Roger Williams recorded "Autumn Leaves", the only piano instrumental... read full bio
