Lophae: four uniquely gifted & sensitive improvisers brought together by London-based guitarist & bandleader Greg Sanders, playing captivating & lyrical modern jazz with international hat-tips and psychedelic flourishes.
Sanders - known for his work with Juanita Euka & Teotima – brings singular compositions, and an unmistakable feel, to form the core of Lophae's sound.
His writing and playing combine melodic elegance with rhythmic complexity, and provide a lush foundation for the band’s improvisation and dialogue.
Drummer Ben Brown brings global rhythm expertise, honed while performing with Ethio-Jazz legend Mulatu Astatke and leading his own group Waaju.
Ben's intricate playing propels the band with absolute confidence and fierce energy.
Bass player Tom Herbert is a mainstay of the UK jazz scene, known for his work with The Invisible, Polar Bear, London Brew and Acoustic Ladyland.
Tom has an unparalleled ability to ground any musical situation with his massive sound, beautiful tone, highly-tuned sensitivity & musical curiosity.
Saxophonist Sam Rapley possesses a lyrical flair and a relaxed mastery of his instrument in the vein of tenor giants such as Stan Getz and Sonny Rollins.
