Luke Stewart (musician) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Luke Stewart
Background information
Born	Ocean Springs, Mississippi
Genres	experimental, free jazz, avant-garde jazz, free improvisation, post-rock, noise, art punk
Occupation(s)	composer, improviser, bassist, multi-instrumentalist
Instruments	Double bass, bass guitar, alto saxophone
Labels	Astral Spirits, International Anthem, Atlantic Rhythms

Luke Stewart is a talented musician, composer, and bassist. He plays many instruments, but he's best known for his work with the double bass and bass guitar. He's also a great improviser, meaning he can create music on the spot.

Luke is a leader of his own group, the Exposure Quintet. He's also a key member of several other bands, like Irreversible Entanglements and Blacks' Myths. One of his groups, Heroes Are Gang Leaders, even won an American Book Award in 2018!

Since 2010, Luke has helped run CapitalBop, a group that supports jazz music in Washington, D.C. He helps organize concerts and writes about music for their website. In 2020, DownBeat magazine named him one of "25 for the Future." This award recognizes artists who are shaping the music world.

Luke has played and recorded with many famous musicians. Some of these include Camae Ayewa, Archie Shepp, and Jaimie Branch.

Luke's Early Life and Music Journey

Luke Stewart grew up in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. When he was young, he learned to play the saxophone, violin, and guitar. In high school, he started playing the electric bass.

In 2005, Luke was planning to move to Washington, D.C. for an internship. But then, Hurricane Katrina hit his home state of Mississippi. Luke decided to stay in D.C. and went to American University. There, he also studied audio engineering, which is about recording and mixing sound. Later, he earned a master's degree in Arts Management.

After moving to D.C., Luke often went to and performed at jazz and rock concerts. He also worked at a radio station called WPFW. He even had his own weekly jazz radio show!

In 2010, Luke met Giovanni Russonello. Giovanni had just started CapitalBop, an organization that helps promote jazz music. Luke began writing for CapitalBop and later became a co-leader of the group.

Luke met Camae Ayewa, also known as Moor Mother, while playing in a band called Laughing Man. In 2015, Luke joined Camae and other musicians to form Irreversible Entanglements. This group is known for its "liberation-oriented free-jazz" style. Their music has been featured on many "best-of" lists.

Luke believes that music made by many people working together should not have one main leader. He wants his music to show how everyone can contribute equally. In 2021, he was a Resident Composer at Pioneer Works in Brooklyn, which is a cool place for artists.

Luke's Music Albums

Luke Stewart has released many albums, both as a leader and with his bands. Here are some of the albums where he was a leader or co-leader:

Albums as Leader or Co-Leader