Bonobo

Simon Green, known professionally as Bonobo, was born on March 30, 1976, in Brighton, England. His musical journey began in 1999 with an appearance on the Tru Thoughts compilation ‘When Shapes Join Together.’ After releasing the EP ‘Scuba’ and the single ‘Terrapin,’ Bonobo released his debut album, ‘Animal Magic,’ in 2000 on Tru Thoughts. This initial work, characterized by its downtempo and breakbeat elements, helped him cultivate a following within the electronic music scene.

In 2001, Bonobo signed with the Ninja Tune label, marking a significant step in his career. His subsequent albums, including ‘Dial ‘M’ for Monkey’ (2003) and ‘Days to Come’ (2006), showcased an expansion of his sound, incorporating influences from alternative rock, world music, and jazz. ‘Days to Come’ was recognized as the Best Album of 2006 by Gilles Peterson’s listeners, establishing his presence in the wider electronic music landscape. Tracks from his albums also found placement in media, such as ‘Pick up’ and ‘Flutter’ in the game ‘SSX on Tour’ (2005) and ‘Nightlite’ in ‘UEFA Champions League 2006–2007’.

Bonobo’s career continued to progress with albums like ‘Black Sands’ (2010) and ‘The North Borders’ (2013), which saw him transition towards more live instrumentation and achieve commercial success with entries on UK and US album charts. ‘Migration’ (2017) earned him Grammy nominations for Best Dance/Electronic Album and Best Dance Recording, peaking at number 5 on the UK chart. His most recent work, ‘Fragments’ (2022), alongside singles such as ‘Linked’ (2019), which also received a Grammy nomination, further solidified his reputation as a respected and influential artist in electronic music. In 2025, he contributed to the soundtrack for the Japanese anime series ‘Lazarus’.