​Mantis Ensemble is an Edinburgh based groove jazz project started in late 2024 by drummer and composer Scott Jamieson. The project has released a live EP and sold out two festival appearances at Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival 2025 & 2026.

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They embarked on their first tour across the UK in April 2026, culminating with 2 sold out performances at legendary London venue Ronnie Scott's.

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"True masterpiece of modern jazz music. Relaxing, groovy rhythmic textures meet sophisticated harmonies and precisely played synth riffs, infusing the music with a truly interesting and original vibe" 

 

Berlin On Air

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"Melodically brilliant and rhythmically captivating" 

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Stereofox

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"Rich arrangement"

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Last Day Deaf

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"Vibrant music"

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Kellerman Music

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"Excellent work"

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Ingrown Radio