The Necks

Australian Experimental Jazz Trio

The Necks are an Australian experimental jazz trio formed in 1987 by Chris Abrahams on piano, Lloyd Swanton on bass, and Tony Buck on drums. Known for their distinctive improvisational style, The Necks' music typically consists of lengthy pieces that develop over the course of an entire album, often with a single piece per album. Their sound is characterized by repetitive motifs and a trance-like quality that can be both meditative and intense. Over the years, they have garnered critical acclaim for their unique approach to creating music, which often involves a process of collective improvisation without preconceived structures.