Assembly Trio | Cutting-Edge Contemporary Jazz

About

Sheffield’s rising contemporary jazz trio. Assembly Trio are a cutting-edge contemporary jazz guitar trio from Sheffield. This trio brings a fresh, dynamic and rhythmic sound that, while deeply rooted in jazz tradition, fearlessly explores new textural and harmonic territory. Their captivating performances blend memorable melodies and unpredictable chaos, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats and humming their tunes long after the final note. With a chemistry honed over years of collaboration, guitarist Alex Bishop, bassist Ben Evans and drummer Will Shaw challenge and inspire each other through subversive compositions, spontaneous improvisations and an unyielding commitment to musical reactivity. Their debut album Bloom (2022) and the recent The View From Here EP (2024) highlight their distinctive voice on the UK jazz scene, earning critical acclaim for their originality and interplay. Expect an immersive, high-energy set that moves seamlessly from groove-driven passages to expansive, exploratory soundscapes, a must for fans of modern jazz and adventurous live music.