Who is Bonobo (Simon Green)

Bonobo (Simon Green) is a British electronic music producer, DJ, and multi-instrumentalist known for his atmospheric blend of downtempo, trip-hop, and organic electronic music.

While often referred to as a DJ, Bonobo is best known for his studio productions and immersive live performances, where he performs with a full band rather than traditional DJ sets.

His music is characterized by rich instrumentation, intricate rhythms, and emotional, cinematic soundscapes that bridge electronic and acoustic elements.

Highlights

• Known for blending electronic production with live instrumentation
• Frequently performs internationally with a full live band setup
• Music often featured in films, TV series, and curated playlists
• Recognized as one of the defining artists of modern downtempo electronica

Notable Albums

• Animal Magic (2000)
• Dial M for Monkey (2003)
• Days to Come (2006)
• Black Sands (2010)
• The North Borders (2013)
• Migration (2017)
• Fragments (2022)

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