Björn Meyer Interview
Episode description
Björn Meyer is a Swedish six-string bassist and composer born in Stockholm in 1965, known for his expansive approach to the electric bass across jazz, ambient, and world music contexts. After early studies in piano and trumpet—and even playing guitar in punk bands—he turned to bass at 18, becoming a professional musician in 1989 before relocating to Switzerland in 1996. Meyer has collaborated widely, including long associations with Anouar Brahem and Nik Bärtsch’s RONIN, and released his acclaimed ECM solo debut Provenance in 2017. His 2026 ECM release Convergence continues his sonic exploration, captured through meticulous, detail-oriented recording. The album showcases his richly resonant six-string bass, subtle electronics, and spacious production aesthetic, highlighting remarkable clarity, depth, and tonal nuance.