Who is Tom Misch? Top Songs, Biography, and Music Lore
- Arial Ten
- Aug 5, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
I'm Arial Ten and I wrote this because I've been heavily inspired by Tom Misch's music. If you like Tom Misch, you might like my warm groovy dance music.
My Connection to Tom Misch
Tom Misch is cool - extremely cool.
Honestly, I think he might be the artist whose shared fandom most reliably predicts if I will be friends with someone. I don’t think I’ve met a single fellow Tom Misch enjoyer who doesn’t seem like a chill person that also loves music.
Tom Misch is an incredibly talented musician. Few producers ever make it out of the box to pick up an actual instrument, let alone sing quality vocals. Tom Misch makes his own beats, sings, plays guitar, violin, bass, and drums.
His classical training gives him the technical craft to push himself musically, but he has the restraint to not let his brain dictate his sound.
Tom Misch is like if Jacob Collier smoked the right amount of weed.
Tom Misch is cool enough to play with the jazz kids but still sensible enough to find himself on mega tours and playing festivals. He has a strong knack for writing hooks and laying down groovy drums, which ensures that most listeners have something to look forward to.
I really admire how he brings a more organic, instrument-driven approach to groovy dance music.
Tom has a very unique intersection of talents, which is probably why there aren’t many other artists in his exact sonic universe.
Who is Tom Misch?
Tom Misch, a London-born musician, seamlessly blends genres like neo-soul, jazz-funk, and alternative R&B. His music is heavily influenced by jazz legends like Robert Glasper and Roy Hargrove, as well as contemporary artists such as D'Angelo and Erykah Badu.
Misch first gained attention with his SoundCloud releases and made his official debut with the album "Geography" in 2018, which showcases his unique mix of jazz, hip-hop, and electronica.
Known for his collaborations, Misch has worked with artists like Loyle Carner, Yussef Dayes, and Zak Abel, creating standout tracks like "Water Baby" and "Nightrider". His second album, "What Kinda Music," is a collaboration with Yussef Dayes, highlighting a more percussive and experimental sound.
Despite his rising fame, Misch remains rooted in his South London origins, which continue to influence his laid-back musical style.
Spotlight Interview
Here's an interview with Tom Misch about his life as an artist.
Top Songs
Some of Tom Misch's top songs include:
Key Facts
Notable Collaborators: Loyle Carner, Yussef Dayes, Zak Abel
Genre: Indie, Alternative, Neo-Soul, Jazz
Hometown: London, England
Birthday: June 25, 1995
