TC.KYLIE is a London-based composer and keyboardist standing as a vital voice for Asian and female empowerment. Formerly a prominent investigative journalist for Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK)—the city’s public broadcaster—she uses music as "sonic documentation," a practice of preserving cultural memory and social consciousness that led her to record her debut at Abbey Road Studios. Her sound is defined by strong melodic lyricism, drawing deep inspiration from the emotive, narrative-driven scores of Joe Hisaishi and Studio Ghibli, balanced with the energy of contemporary jazz fusion. Praised by Jazz Journal (UK) for her "cinematic scope, ensemble interplay, and emotional depth," her live performances feature intricate piano arrangements frequently highlighted by dynamic keytar performances.
Backed by Légère Recordings (Germany) and P-Vine Records (Japan), her work has been showcased at Tower Records Shibuya alongside world-renowned pianist Hiromi. Her Spring 2026 tour highlights include a headline debut at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, the Victoria & Albert Museum, and major cities across the UK and Europe.
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