4 November 2026 – Kazimi Release Errant Nodes and Bring Manchester Jazz Experimentation Onto the Electronic Dancefloor

Manchester electronic-jazz duo Kazimi have introduced "Errant Nodes", a new single combining electronic dance production with the unpredictable instrumental ideas associated with contemporary jazz. The project brings together Tom Chapman and Jon Needham, whose previous recordings have explored connections between rhythmically adventurous arrangements and accessible melodic songwriting.

"Errant Nodes" represents another development in that approach, introducing stronger electronic rhythms while retaining the musicians' interest in unusual compositional structures. The recording developed from a relatively simple musical idea that gradually expanded through experimentation and collaborative arrangement. Rather than treating jazz improvisation and dance production as separate creative disciplines, Kazimi combine their contrasting qualities within a single musical environment.

Their wider catalogue includes compositions such as "Storming Jupiter" and "Mauve Coconut", while previous collaborators have included saxophonist Jimmy Stuttard and keyboardist Liviu Gheorghe. The duo's influences encompass electronic performers including Daft Punk and The Prodigy alongside musicians working within more experimental jazz traditions. A debut EP is expected during early 2027, although a precise date has not been confirmed.

The new single provides another opportunity for Kazimi to develop an audience beyond Manchester's existing independent and electronic scenes. Their approach demonstrates how smaller artists can experiment across stylistic boundaries without becoming inaccessible to listeners. Apparently jazz musicians and electronic producers have discovered that their preferred methods of causing rhythmic confusion are surprisingly compatible. The result is an intriguing project for audiences who appreciate adventurous arrangements but still enjoy occasionally dancing. Dive into crossover experiments in our electronic section and explore more updates in our news section.