About this event
Bristol Beacon Presents
Nubiyan Twist
Expect ultra-tight musicianship and unstoppable energy as Nubiyan Twist bring their electrifying blend of jazz, afrobeat, soul, hip-hop and dance music to the stage with a brand new line-up and live show for 2026.
Known for their powerful big-band sound and uplifting live shows, the 9-piece collective fuse global grooves with UK jazz finesse, percussive fire and deep, infectious rhythm.
Following their acclaimed collaborations with musical icons including Nile Rogers, Tony Allen, Seun Kuti and Fatoumata Diawara, the band continue to push boundaries uniting cultures, generations and genres through music that celebrates connection, freedom and groove.
Formed in Leeds and now one of the UK’s most respected live acts, Nubiyan Twist have earned MOBO and AIM Award nominations, sold-out tours and praise from NPR, Rolling Stone, Jazzwise and Bandcamp Daily.
“Joyous, beautiful and rich” - NPR
“When this nine-piece collective find their flame - it burns brightly” - Rolling Stone “Absolutely thrills and excites” - Louder Than War
“Sponging up global grooves and making some of the catchiest jazz music this country has to offer” Notion
“An absolutely joyous listen” - Bandcamp Daily
Nubiyan Twist
Expect ultra-tight musicianship and unstoppable energy as Nubiyan Twist bring their electrifying blend of jazz, afrobeat, soul, hip-hop and dance music to the stage with a brand new line-up and live show for 2026.
Known for their powerful big-band sound and uplifting live shows, the 9-piece collective fuse global grooves with UK jazz finesse, percussive fire and deep, infectious rhythm.
Following their acclaimed collaborations with musical icons including Nile Rogers, Tony Allen, Seun Kuti and Fatoumata Diawara, the band continue to push boundaries uniting cultures, generations and genres through music that celebrates connection, freedom and groove.
Formed in Leeds and now one of the UK’s most respected live acts, Nubiyan Twist have earned MOBO and AIM Award nominations, sold-out tours and praise from NPR, Rolling Stone, Jazzwise and Bandcamp Daily.
“Joyous, beautiful and rich” - NPR
“When this nine-piece collective find their flame - it burns brightly” - Rolling Stone “Absolutely thrills and excites” - Louder Than War
“Sponging up global grooves and making some of the catchiest jazz music this country has to offer” Notion
“An absolutely joyous listen” - Bandcamp Daily
Event details
Music genre
R&B
/ Funk
Meet musicians in Bristol area who love R&B genre at this concert
Discover musicians who will surely go to the concert Nubiyan Twist.
Amateur
Vocals
Cover
Electronic
Folk
+3
Amateur
Drums
Keyboard
Piano
Electronic
Folk
Indie
+3
Amateur
Bass guitar
Guitar
Keyboard
Dance
Electronic
Indie
+3
