Nicky Skopelitis is a versatile guitarist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist best known for his long-standing collaborations with producer Bill Laswell and projects such as Material, Praxis, and Tabla Beat Science. A key figure in New York’s avant-garde and experimental scenes, Skopelitis bridges rock, jazz, funk, and world music with an innovative, genre-defying approach. His work blends intricate guitar textures with global rhythms, reflecting a deep appreciation for cross-cultural soundscapes and a commitment to pushing musical boundaries.