Watch @femitone at @sxsw 2026! 🎸
Femi Temowo is a MOBO Award nominated musician who was raised listening to West African pioneers such as Fela Kuti, Sunny Ade and Ebenezer Obey. It was when he became inspired by the great jazz guitarist Wes Montgomery, that he decided to pursue his passion for the guitar, based around a fusion of these musical influences.
📅 Sun 15 March
📍 The Flamingo Cantina, Austin, Texas
⏰ 7PM-2AM
In partnership with @british_underground@prsfoundation@aceagrams@prsformusic
#sxsw #sxsw2026 #jazzrefreshed #britishunderground #femitemowo
🚨 NEW YOUTUBE VIDEO UP 🚨
Femi Temowo is a MOBO-nominated guitarist known for his slick, melodic sound and fusion of West African music and jazz. Influenced by legends such as Fela Kuti, Miles Davis and Wes Montgomery, he has performed with artists including George Benson, Amy Winehouse, Courtney Pine, The Roots and many more
Go watch their performance and subscribe whilst you're there ⚡️
[This event is supported by PPL, as a PRS Foundation Talent Development Partner]
@91livingroom@ppl_uk@prsfoundation@aceagrams
#jazzrefreshed #91livingroom #fundedbyprsf #jazz
Rest In Peace Michal!! You lived your life so well, so boldly. Always for learning, trying something new and so very funny! Thank you for bringing us all together (you know yourselves) as great visionaries often do. My condolences to everyone who is grieving Michal’s loss, he lives on in the music and the legacy of so many musicians inspired by him. This news hit me really hard and I know it’s because I can truly say we were friends. Love you Murbs! ❤️
How does a master composer and musician approach his craft?
This week on The TAMP Podcast, the brilliant jazz guitarist Femi Temowo shares his unique philosophy: he views himself not just as a musician, but as a storyteller with notes.
Femi explains how he translates emotions, narratives and cultural roots into complex yet moving musical scores. He discusses the process of using melody and rhythm as language, ensuring that every composition—whether for the West End or a solo project—tells a compelling, unforgettable story.
A beautiful couple days out in #latvia and #estonia with the incomparable @sachalsings and an excellent first time meeting and playing with the very talented @johnellismusic
t’s hard to imagine MOBO-nominated composer Femi Temowo without his guitar, but it wasn’t an obvious choice at all.
This week on The TAMP Podcast, the acclaimed jazz guitarist tells Dorian the surprising story of his very first encounter with the instrument. Femi reveals how he initially resisted the instrument and the unexpected circumstances that finally led him to pick it up and launch his world-renowned career.
Where did the musical journey between Femi Temowo and Amy Winehouse begin?
This week on The TAMP Podcast, acclaimed jazz guitarist and composer Femi Temowo tells Dorian the incredible story of the very first time he met the late, great Amy Winehouse.
Femi recounts the encounter in a small Camden pub, a meeting that eventually led to him touring the world with one of the most iconic voices of a generation. It’s a classic, music industry story.
This week on The TAMP Podcast, we are joined by the globally acclaimed, MOBO-nominated composer and guitarist, Femi Temowo.
Femi takes us through his incredible career journey, from his early days playing with Soweto Kinch (earning a Mercury Music Prize nomination) to the intense experience of touring with the late, great Amy Winehouse.
He opens up about blending his rich Nigerian roots with British culture to solve complex “musical riddles” in his compositions for the National Theatre and the West End. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in jazz, composition and the power of creative versatility.
Join us for this deep dive into the mind of Femi Temowo!
NEXT WEEK! We'll be having the incredible @femitone 🔥🔥🔥
MOBO Award-nominated musician, raised listening to West African pioneers such as Fela Kuti, Sunny Ade and Ebenezer Obey. Later he discovered the legendary Charlie Parker and classic jazz albums such as Miles Davis’ ‘Kind Of Blue’. It was when he became inspired by the great jazz guitarist Wes Montgomery, that he decided to pursue his passion for the guitar, based around a fusion of these musical influences
TICKETS: https://heyor.ca/SPZy0j [link in bio &/or stories]
SHOW STARTS 09:30PM
@91livingroom@ppl_uk@prsfoundation@aceagrams
#jazz #jazzrefreshed #weeklysessions #91livingroom #fundedbyprsf
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![NEXT WEEK! We'll be having the incredible @femitone MOBO Award-nominated musician, raised listening to West African pioneers such as Fela Kuti, Sunny Ade and Ebenezer Obey. Later he discovered the legendary Charlie Parker and classic jazz albums such as Miles Davis’ ‘Kind Of Blue’. It was when he became inspired by the great jazz guitarist Wes Montgomery, that he decided to pursue his passion for the guitar, based around a fusion of these musical influencesTICKETS: https://heyor.ca/SPZy0j [link in bio &/or stories]SHOW STARTS 09:30PM@91livingroom @ppl_uk @prsfoundation @aceagrams#jazz #jazzrefreshed #weeklysessions #91livingroom #fundedbyprsf](https://sp1.picnob.com/p/pt_6729161334155134153746_0_d362acd76d9e76dedce30caa48785898.jpg?o=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&h=b42c4718a236692a2d49095b7a50499d)
