Wandering Monster is a UK-based, Leeds-connected jazz-rock quintet known for blending sophisticated jazz harmony with modern rock’s rhythmic intensity, creating a sound that’s cinematic, propulsive, and often compared to GoGo Penguin. Led by bassist Sam Quintana, the band features members from the thriving Leeds jazz scene, releasing acclaimed albums like their 2019 debut and Zenna (2023) on Ubuntu Music, showcasing powerful live performances and compositions exploring themes from anxiety to nostalgia.