biome
a jazz trio
Meet the Trio
Scott Wareham
Guitar & Keyboard
Formally trained, Scott brings a harmonic complexity and improvisational flair with his work on guitar and keys that forms the soul of biome.
Conrad de Jong
Guitar
With a rich, melodic style, Conrad's guitar work provides the harmonic foundation and intricate solos that define biome's sound.
Rory Mayne
Drums & Percussion
Rory’s dynamic and textural drumming adds a layer of intricate rhythms that dance and converse with the melody.
Our Story
The story of biome begins with three friends who met at school, their shared passion for music quickly forging a bond that would become the foundation of their creative journey. They started as a simple band, honing their skills and developing a unique chemistry that would define their sound for years to come.
Their musical evolution saw them touring with the band Marlowe, a chapter that expanded their horizons and introduced them to new influences. As their artistry grew, Marlowe morphed into the experimental outfit HOKUM, allowing them to explore different sonic territories. Now, they have returned to their roots and distilled their experiences into biome.
biome is the culmination of this long and winding road—an experience of organic sounds designed to soothe the soul, seamlessly blending with electric funk and smooth jazz. It's a sound that is both a reflection of their history and a bold step into the future, inviting listeners to join them on their continuing musical odyssey.
Who We Are
Biome is a Jazz, Electro-Funk and Hyper Ballad trio from Johannesburg, South Africa:
- Scott Wareham - Guitar/Vox/Samples
- Conrad de Jong - Guitar/Effects
- Rory Mayne - Drums/Percussion
With an individual average of twenty years in the industry, Biome brings appropriate professionalism and taste to every event. From original jazz material to background cinematic mood music, up-tempo electro entertainment, laid back samba sounds or an evening of Jazz Standards, Biome has it all ready for delivery.