The most intriguing and exciting endeavor in the European modern jazz scene is Okvsho. The two brothers from Zurich, Switzerland (Georg & Christoph Kiss) that make up Okvsho let their initial musical experience in beat-making and electronic music to influence them. Okvsho originally came to the notice of a larger audience with the Boyoom Connective release of their "Traphouse Jazz EP"... read full bio
The members of Noya Rao are Chris Dagger on bass, Matt Davies on drums, Tom Henry on keys and Olivia Bhattacharjee on vocals. The band blends retro soundscapes with modern songwriting, drawing on both old and new inspirations. An obsession with analog synthesizers combined with an acoustic continuum of voices and percussion produces a genre-defying repertoire of synth-drenched, beat-driven music with... read full bio
Tertia May, a UK singer and songwriter, made her name known with her stirring first EP, Kind of Purple. Hip Hop, Jazz, Soul and Pop are all influences, and the voice is distinctive. Tertia appeared on venues throughout the ensuing 12 months, from London's famed Jazz Cafe to the Colors studios, with her performance last summer garnering well over 1 million... read full bio
Eli Cohen on guitar, Henry Wolf on bass, Julian Freeman on drums and Ari Garfin on keyboard make up the band Manwolves. Five guys, whose friendships go back more than ten years, figured out the best way to combine their various musical tastes to produce the distinctive alternative, rock, hip-hop and jazz sound for which Manwolves is now famous. The band has... read full bio
Will Magid, a trumpet player, producer and ethnomusicologist, is the mastermind behind the international electronic music group Balkan Bump. Heavy electronic production is combined with worldwide musical influences, such as Middle Eastern beats, American hip hop and traditional Balkan brass melodies, in the music of Balkan Bump. The Balkan Bump live presentation, which may range in size from a solo artist to a... read full bio
SARA ESTER GREDELJ, a pianist and singer from Croatia and NINA KOROAK-SERI, a drummer from Slovenia, make up the soulful group. R&B and jazz rhythms support the songs' powerful messages of love and optimism. With the release of their debut single "I'm gonna live", Nina & Sara officially began working together. What actually drew them together was their shared appreciation for R&B, hip-hop and... read full bio
Hemai, a highly regarded producer and multi-instrumentalist, musically combines jazz and soul with a hint of electronica. Hemai was raised surrounded by jazz culture, music and live performers in Birmingham, the second-largest city in the United Kingdom. Hemai drew inspiration from artists as diverse as Herbie Hancock, The Gilbertos, D'Angelo and Zero7 to contemporary artists like Corinne Bailey Rae. Hemai's official remix... read full bio
Future soul musician B-ahwe, who was reared in Nottingham and now calls London home, takes her sound to new heights on her 26% Mixtape. The project examines topics of growth, femininity and mental health as well as challenging the social stigma associated with attaining things by a specific age. It was inspired by moving to a new city, living in lockdown and... read full bio
Anyone who has been a fan of AgaJon's work over the past several years, particularly those who value music as an art form, is aware that the German Afghan producer musician stands as a testament to music that defies the widespread tendency of mass (re)producing popular music without much regard for the craft itself. The "7 days EP" - released... read full bio
South London-born alternative musician BINA combines love sentiments in her songs with neo-soul, R&B jazz and captivating melodies. She is prepared to express her love for the transformative power of music now that her new debut EP This Is Not A Film is available. With the help of several tastemakers in the music and fashion scenes, including Boiler Room, Dr. Martens and London... read full bio
One of the UK's most unique voices, Lady Nade has been nominated for Artist of the Year at the AMAUK Awards and won Song of the Year at the UK Americana Awards and recognized by Bristol as one of its Most Influential Women. She is a very talented, award-winning songstress. The intriguing tapestry of Lady Nade's music defies simple classification, fusing folk,... read full bio
Songs like "Inherently Political," a supercharged sonic collage that critiques both individual and systemic racism, showcase Romarna's insatiable energy and natural curiosity. The B:Music commissioned composition was well-received right away by Jazz FM's Tony Minnielle, Anne Frankenstein and Jamz Supernova, who named it their "New Name of the Week." We go farther into her realm of resonant frequencies and aware vibrations in... read full bio
Born out of the lively musical scene of New York City, Thundersmack unleashes a sonic cyclone. Michael Wilbur and Leo P. are two amazing artists. Combining unique flair with the gritty intensity of New York City subways, Thundersmack offers a musical experience that is both unforgettable and contagious. The baritone saxophone and clarinet player for the group, Leo P, is a... read full bio
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
