Knats

Knats are a Mercury-nominated trio from Newcastle upon Tyne, channelling rock grit, fusion fire and floor-filling grooves into a bold new sound they call “Geordie Jazz”. Formed by two lifelong best friends from Newcastle’s West End – bassist Stan Woodward and drummer King David Ike-Elechi – they’re completed by trumpeter Ferg Kilsby. Described by Jazzwise as “one of the most exciting new bands in the UK”, they’ve won plaudits from Lauren Laverne, Gilles Peterson, The Guardian, DownBeat, Rolling Stone Japan and many more. Their latest album, A Great Day In Newcastle, was shortlisted for the Mercury Prize and takes the energy to new heights.