Theon Cross

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Forget everything you thought you knew about the tuba. Theon Cross belongs to that rare breed of musicians who have reinvented their instrument. With his masterful playing, innovative studio techniques and originality, he gives the tuba a modern makeover. Operating at the intersection of R&B, hip-hop and jazz, he approaches brass beat making with a cinematic approach, infused with modern flair. Based in London, he draws inspiration from the powerful UK bass, dub and grime scenes, while connecting deeply with his Afro-Caribbean roots and dance music of his forebears. Theon Cross is not just a musician; he is a game-changer.

As part of the groundbreaking jazz band Sons of Kemet, alongside the brilliant saxophonist Shabaka Hutchings, he sets the tone for the new generation of British jazz. He has also shared the stage with some of the brightest talents of the moment, including Nubya Garcia, Moses Boyd and Cassie Kinoshi. And if that wasn’t enough, he has collaborated with rap legends like Stormzy, Kano and Pharaoh Monch, and made a significant contribution to pop avant-gardist Lafawndah’s groundbreaking album Fifth Season .