Ewan Wallace is a guitarist, songwriter and former professional snowboarder from The Black Isle, Scotland. As a guitarist with the Grammy-nominated electronic live act Bonobo, Ewan has spent the past two decades touring globally, performing at some of the world’s most prestigious venues and festivals. From headlining iconic stages like Red Rocks and Sydney Opera House to major slots at Glastonbury and Coachella, his career highlights include a record-breaking five-night run at the Royal Albert Hall in 2022 and appearances on BBC, NPR and KEXP.
Ewan is also a member of LA-based indie pop band Karmic, contributing to their debut album Disco Submarine and touring extensively throughout Europe since 2018. His diverse musical career includes collaborations with UK folk act The Mountain Firework Company on their critically acclaimed 2012 album The Lonesome Losing Blues, as well as world tours and live TV performances with artists like Alice Russell, Andreya Triana and Tricky. Over the years, he has shared the stage with an eclectic range of musicians, from Erykah Badu to Chet Faker.
Before pursuing music full-time, Ewan enjoyed a decade-long career as a professional snowboarder, frequently appearing in snowboarding media and film projects. His creative work also extends into writing, where he has contributed as a magazine editor, copywriter, travel journalist and guidebook author.
Now based part of the year in Southern Italy, Ewan is passionate about permaculture and sustainable living, and is studying to become a permaculture garden designer. He continues to compose, record and teach guitar from his home studio, while exploring innovative approaches to performance and learning. His current interests include researching how microdosing mushrooms can enhance guitar learning and creativity, blending his dedication to music, nature and personal growth.
