Nine Sparks Riots

Nine Sparks Riots is the musical vessel of Swedish of composer, arranger, and trombonist Kristian Persson — a continuously evolving venture that transports us to a dazzling world filled with elements of modern funk, jazz, hip-hop, and neo-soul. With an uplifting and contagious energy, this funky jazz instrumental music offers a direct boost to the mind, almost like an injection of pure happiness. Vibrant riffs and cheerful melodies create a delightfully playful contrast to synth-driven soundscapes.

With their sound, Nine Sparks Riots builds bridges between genres, highlighting precisely the tones that can lift and free any sunken spirit. Together with his skilled fellow musicians, Persson shapes an improbable blend of dynamic groove and emotional phrases, where the music pulses with energy and depth.

Kristian Persson's music has been streamed millions of times and attracted collaborations with artists such as Braxton Cook, Mark Lettieri, Jarrod Lawson, Philip Lassiter, Javier Santiago, Swatkins, Tingsek, Allen Stone, and Miike Snow. He has also toured worldwide, with performances in Europe, Asia, South America, the USA, and the Middle East.

On stage:
Kristian Persson – trombone
Karl Olandersson – trumpet
Andreas Gidlund – tenor saxophone
Peter Zimny – saxophones and woodwinds
Britta Virves – keyboard
Petter Olofsson – electric bass
Sebastian Ågren – drums