tonyroe
futuristic pianist/ composer
winner
Boy Edgar Prize 2024
Tony Roe is an Amsterdam-based pianist who has been considered one of the most creative forces of his generation. He keeps pushing the boundaries of improvisation through his creative use of technology
tin men and the telephone
Founded in 2009 by bandleader Tony Roe, Tin Men and the Telephone has made a name for itself as one of the most innovative acts in the jazz scene. Combining cutting-edge interactive technology with acoustic instruments, they redefine the possibilities of jazz performance. Their groundbreaking approach has taken them to renowned jazz venues and festivals worldwide, offering audiences a truly unique and immersive musical experience.
greatest vinyl
GREATEST - The latest album by Tin Men and the Telephone. Contrary to what the name suggests, this album does not feature the band’s greatest hits; it actually stands for Global Relocation of Evolved Apes Towards Exoplanet Suitable for Terraformation.
Modular Piano is a solo program where Tony Roe, in collaboration with visual artist Marcel Wierkcx, explores the sonic possibilities using modular synths. What's unique is that Roe uses the piano not just as a musical instrument, but also as an interface that controls a variety of synths and visuals, pushing the boundaries of interactivity between music and visuals.
