Jon Onabowu Quartet
British-Nigerian drummer and composer Jon Onabowu has established himself as a unique voice on the new London scene, blending contemporary jazz, hip-hop, gospel, and fusion.
Le Baiser Salé (Paris 1st)
About
Founder of the Cosmic Fusion nights at Ronnie Scott's in London and collaborator with artists such as Theo Croker, Venna, or the Balimaya Project, he develops music guided by groove, collective listening, and fluid improvisation. Joining him are Swaéli Mbappé on bass, Toto Gil on keyboards, and INSXGHT on keyboards, who bring life to this quartet with multiple horizons, where deep rhythms, electronic textures, and improvised bursts respond to each other in a single pulse.
Our take on this event
Experience a masterclass in modern jazz from a collective that effortlessly blends deep grooves with experimental electronic textures. Each live session is a conversation of spontaneous improvisation, driven by some of the most dynamic talents on the scene today. Get ready to lose yourself in a soundscape where rhythm and soul take center stage.
On February 13, 2027, Le Baiser Salé presents the Jon Onabowu Quartet for an hour of high-energy live music. Featuring Swaéli Mbappé on bass and both Toto Gil and INSXGHT on keyboards, the band explores a sound built on deep grooves, collective interplay, and fluid improvisation. Jon Onabowu, known for curating the Cosmic Fusion nights at London's Ronnie Scott's and performing with artists such as Theo Croker, brings a unique blend of acoustic and electronic textures to the stage. Tickets for this performance in the 1st arrondissement are available from 20 to 33 euros.
Drummer and bandleader Jon Onabowu arrives at Le Baiser Salé on February 13, 2027, bringing his distinctive musical vision to the 1st arrondissement. Having worked alongside artists like Venna and the Balimaya Project, Onabowu leads a quartet completed by bassist Swaéli Mbappé and keyboardists Toto Gil and INSXGHT. The group focuses on reactive, moving improvisation anchored by heavy rhythms and electronic soundscapes.
The performance is scheduled from 19:00 to 20:00 at 58 Rue des Lombards. Attendees can expect a tight, one-hour set that reflects Onabowu's experience in the London jazz scene. Admission to the venue for this date ranges from 20 to 33 euros.
