Yardbird! ft. Audrey Powne

UK-based, Melbourne-born artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Audrey Powne is a creative force carving a distinctive path through the contemporary jazz and soul world. Described as "very brilliant" by legendary BBC Radio 6 Music tastemaker Gilles Peterson, Powne is equally revered for her extraordinary technical prowess as both a trumpeter and vocalist. Her unique compositional style masterfully bridges traditional jazz with heavy modern R&B, hip-hop, and soul influences, drawing inspiration from pioneers like Herbie Hancock and Roy Hargrove to create hook-laden, cinematic soundscapes.

Signed to the legendary UK label BBE Records, Powne's brilliant output, including her widely acclaimed debut album From the Fire and her anticipated 2026 sophomore LP Bodies of Water, has earned her extensive praise from Downbeat Magazine, Jazz FM, and BBC Radio 2. A seasoned international performer, she has graced the stages of iconic venues and festivals worldwide, from London's Ronnie Scott’s and the Jazz Café to high-profile sets across the US and the Melbourne International Jazz Festival. Whether leading her own premier ensemble or collaborating with major international acts like Nubiyan Twist and The Teskey Brothers, Powne delivers a high-energy, boundary-pushing live experience that makes her one of the most exciting acts on the modern circuit.

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Audrey Powne - Trumpet

Myele Manzanza - drums

Matt Gedrych - Bass

Lyle Barton - Keys