A showcase from Take Five artists MATTERS UNKNOWN and Renato Paris.

MATTERS UNKNOWN is the debut project from Jonathan Enser, multi-instrumentalist and composer and the brass contributor to Nubiyan Twist. He has put together an ensemble that features some of the most powerful forces exploring music in the UK.

Each member has different languages for conversing with his compositions, drawing musicians from Nerija, Emma Jean Thackray, Nala Sinephro, Noya Rao and beyond. 

In kaleidoscopic visions, forces collide, expand and contract, the music finds a balanced path through. The writing is steeped in deeply spiritual, organic soulful roots, with undercurrents carrying grooves from the Blues to West Coast Beats all evoked through African diasporic influence.

On some tracks only tied together with Enser’s innovative production stylings. It's a rare thing to hear such diverse sounds and influences creating such compelling synergy.

A BRIT School graduate, flourishing artist and a regular on the vibrant young London Jazz Scene, music has taken Renato Paris all over the world honing his craft on the road. He has worked with an array of artists, the likes of: Julian Joseph, Burt Bacharach, Jorja Smith, Nicola Piovani and Carleen Anderson to name a few. His passion for the art of song and improvisation knows no bounds. As well as leading his own band, he is a key member of two-time MOBO award-winner Moses Boyd’s Exodus band.

This event will be hosted by Take Five's lead facilitator Alain 'Fusion' Clapham