"Knats' music implements scales invented by French composer Olivier Messiaen and features pepped-up, near-punky versions of jazz standards, showcasing their unique sound."
"The band is significant for their non-London-centric outlook, playing what they describe as 'Geordie jazz,' which reflects their northern roots and cultural identity."
"Newcastle's industrial history flows through A Great Day in Newcastle, highlighting the legacy of deindustrialization and civic neglect in the region."
"Led by childhood friends Stan Woodward and King David-Ike Elechi, Knats combines their self-taught musical backgrounds with influences from their hometown."
Knats is a trio from Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK, known for their nu jazz style that pays homage to musical forebears. Their music incorporates scales from composer Olivier Messiaen and features energetic renditions of jazz standards. The band consists of Stan Woodward, King David-Ike Elechi, Ferg Kilsby, George Johnson, and Sandro Shar, with production by Geordie Greep. Their album, A Great Day in Newcastle, reflects the region's industrial history and cultural identity, distinguishing their sound as 'Geordie jazz' rather than a London-centric approach.
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