Fabian Rucker

Fabian Rucker is a musician, producer, and composer born in 1985 in Salzburg, Austria. Known for his versatile approach to music, Rucker has built a reputation for moving freely across a wide range of musical styles while developing his own distinctive sound. His work as both a musician and producer has earned him praise, with AllAboutJazz describing him as “a revelation.”

In 2009, Rucker co-founded Namby Pamby Boy with Phil Nykrin (rhodes) and Andi Lettner (drums), a collective that embraces a diverse, boundary-pushing approach to music. Their debut album, Lunchbreak (2011), was followed by Greatest Hits Vol. 2 (2014), continuing their exploration of the undefinable.

Rucker’s career took a significant turn when he met renowned composer and drummer Bobby Previte, whose unique energy and concepts had a profound influence on Rucker’s music. They have collaborated on numerous projects, including Previte’s TERMINALS, which Rucker mixed and co-recorded, featuring musicians such as Greg Osby, Nels Cline, and SO Percussion.

In 2015, Rucker produced Charlie Hunter’s trio album Let the Bells Ring On, featuring trombone legend Curtis Fowlkes and Previte. The following year, he, Previte, and guitarist Mike Gamble formed the trio PREVITE/GAMBLE/RUCKER, releasing their album Your House is Toast!

Over the years, Rucker has become an internationally recognized musician and producer, performing in Europe, Asia, and the USA. His impressive body of work includes collaborations with a wide array of artists, such as Thomas Gansch, Lylit, Mike Gamble, Paul Gulda, Michael Mantler, Greg Osby, Nels Cline, Jim Black, Christian Muthspiel, Wolfgang Muthspiel, David Helbock, and many more.

Rucker’s projects span across genres and styles, from jazz to electronic, showcasing his broad musical talents and ability to bring diverse influences together in fresh and exciting ways.