Knats

Biography

Knats are a distinctive force in contemporary jazz, hailing from Newcastle upon Tyne and celebrated for their signature “Geordie Jazz” sound. The core trio, featuring lifelong friends Stan Woodward on bass and King David Ike-Elechi on drums, alongside trumpeter Ferg Kilsby, blends high-energy jazz fusion with drum 'n' bass, punk intensity, and danceable grooves. After moving to London in 2022 to study at Trinity Laban, they quickly gained acclaim. Their debut self-titled album, 'Knats', was released in 2025 on #Gearbox Records#, followed by 'A Great Day in Newcastle' in 2026 on #Fontana#, produced by *Geordie Greep* of *black midi*.