Band - Nubiyan Twist

Nubiyan Twist are a 12 piece outfit based in Leeds/London, fusing groove driven music from around the world with soundsystem culture and jazz inspired improvisation. A culmination of musicians, DJ’s and producers alike, the band strives to encourage artistic and social unity between different cultures and musical styles. Notable influences include the likes of Fela Kuti, King Tubby, J Dilla and Herbie Hancock.

Over the band’s 4 year lifespan they have collaborated with Ruby Wood (Submotion Orchestra) and shared a stage with the likes of De La Soul, Hot 8 Brass Band, Quantic & Robert Glasper to name a few. Their debut album on Wormfood Records received 4 star reviews from the Independent, Mojo, Songlines (to name a few) as well as airplay on BBC 1Xtra & BBC Radio 6 from David Rodigan, Craig Charles and Huey Morgan (Fun Lovin Criminals).