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Chiminyo is a drummer and producer based in North London who combines the raw, immediate live sound of percussion and the futuristic timbres of his electronic productions to create his own, daring soundworld. Jazz music, a genre known for its fluidity and resistance to strict definition, continues to grow and change. It beautifully melds with different music styles like hip-hop, soul, rock and even electronic music, thereby adding a unique depth and distinction to its sound. This fusion has opened up a world of possibilities for music experimenters and producers who are eager to broaden their understanding of the jazz language. They're not just bringing this innovation into the studio, but also infusing it into live performances, creating a whole new experience for the audience. Chiminyo performs and records with some of the leading figures of London’s music scene, including spiritual jazz-leaning outfit Maisha and psychedelic energy bomb Cykada. He has also collaborated and recorded with Gary Bartz, Nubya Garcia, Shabaka Hutchings, Theon Cross, and Zara McFarlane. The drummer, who through his craft uses a range of technological equipment, is also sponsored by Roland and Bosphorus, as well as being an Ableton artist.Described by Clash magazine as “a startingly inventive percussive workout”, the three tracks flow through a cascade of ethereal arpeggios, thumping basslines, and heavy, dance-inducing beats. Critically-acclaimed by the likes of Gilles Peterson, BBC 1Xtra and Jazz FM, it indirectly earnt Chiminyo the Jazz FM Digital Award 2020 whilst the track ‘Kandy Lanx’ was nominated for a 2020 Worldwide FM Award