Mammal Hands

Mammal Hands stand at the forefront of a new wave of boundary-defying UK artists, blending jazz, contemporary classical, electronica, folk, and minimalism into a sound that is unmistakably theirs. 

Across five acclaimed albums, they’ve built an international following drawn to their warmth, dynamic energy, and deeply connective music.

Their new album Circadia — the first with long-time friend and new drummer Rob Turner (formerly of GoGo Penguin) — marks a bold new direction: beat-driven, rhythmically alive, and emotionally resonant. Inspired by cycles and transformation, it’s a meditation on renewal and the beauty of change, where post-rock energy and folk sensitivity meet Turner’s electronica-inspired beats.

To be released in spring 2026 on the legendary ACT label — home to the pioneering Esbjörn Svensson Trio — Circadia opens a new chapter for the band, expanding their sound and vision.

From standout performances at the Barbican to tours across Asia, Mammal Hands have earned a reputation for captivating live shows. Meditative yet visceral, their performances blend driving beats and hypnotic textures —music open to anyone, spiritually uplifting, and resonating long after the last note fades.

Line-up:

Jordan Smart – Saxophone

Nick Smart – Piano

Rob Turner – Drums