Marla Kether

Born in London to Congolese parents, Marla Kether is a bassist, producer and DJ. Exceeding 36 million Spotify streams as a session bassist for the likes of Yazmin Lacey, Oscar Jerome and Obongjayar, Marla released her highly-anticipated debut EP ‘All That We Have’ in November, preceded by four singles championed by the likes of Crack Magazine, Mary Anne Hobbs, Jamz Supernova, Shanti Celeste, Gilles Peterson and many more. It’s safe to say her musical career is as diverse as her influences: her music features a unique blend of live Latin percussion, Theo Parrish-style groove, and driving basslines and guitar riffs inspired by her West African heritage. The EP was heralded by Bandcamp Daily as some of ‘The Best Electronic Music of November 2023’, and the closing track ‘BTR2’ is one of DJ Mag’s Top Tracks of 2023. Marla has been playing shows consistently throughout 2024, with sets at The Jazz Cafe, Shambala and London Jazz Festival. She has already secured bookings for Cross The Tracks, The Royal Albert Hall’s Elgar Room, and The Roundhouse for 2025.