London trombonist Joe Bristow, a member of the Mercury Prize–nominated SEED Ensemble, leads a chordless double-drums project delivering melody-led jazz improvisation inspired by Grachan Moncur III.

Joe Bristow, a trombonist and composer based in South East London, is recognised for his versatile sound that spans jazz, contemporary classical music, and a variety of other genres. As a member of the Mercury Prize–nominated SEED Ensemble and leader of a chordless double-drums project, Joe draws inspiration from Old and New Dreams, Grachan Moncur III, and his active involvement in the UK jazz scene. His music, steeped in jazz and improvisation, features melody-led compositions anchored by the double bass and propelled by two drummers.