Saxophonist, bandleader, composer, the London-based artist Nubya Garcia dons many hats. But she is most popularly known for being a jazz musician. Garcia developed a passion for music at a very early age. She was just five years old when she started learning to play the violin. In 2017, she debuted with her album, Nubya's 5ive. Her brand of afro-tinged jazz music has helped distinguish her as one of the UK's more interesting saxophonists. In addition to her solo material, she has collaborated with a number of artists and is also one of the founding members of a jazz collective called Nérija. She has performed at various international popular festivals such as NYC Winter Jazz Festival, Singapore Jazz Festival, Kazakhstan Jazz Festival, Jazzfest Berlin and many more.
Saxophonist, bandleader, composer, the London-based artist Nubya Garcia dons many hats. But she is most popularly known for being a jazz musician. Garcia developed a passion for music at a very early age. She was just five years old when she started learning to play the violin. In 2017, she debuted with her album, Nubya's 5ive. Her brand of afro-tinged jazz music has helped distinguish her as one of the UK's more interesting saxophonists. In addition to her solo material, she has collaborated with a number of artists and is also one of the founding members of a jazz collective called Nérija. She has performed at various international popular festivals such as NYC Winter Jazz Festival, Singapore Jazz Festival, Kazakhstan Jazz Festival, Jazzfest Berlin and many more.
Nathy Peluso, an Argentine-Spanish singer-songwriter, is celebrated for her distinctive fusion of jazz, soul, and hip-hop. Her commanding vocal talent and vibrant stage presence have propelled her to prominence within the Latin music landscape. In 2018, she debuted with the album "La Sandunguera," which highlighted her diverse vocal range and infectious, genre-blending sound. Her lyrical content frequently delves into themes of empowerment, love, and self-expression, striking a chord with audiences worldwide. Peluso's live shows are nothing short of exhilarating, as she seamlessly transitions between singing, rapping, and dancing, enchanting her audience with her magnetic personality. With her rich voice and dynamic character, Nathy Peluso is consistently challenging norms and redefining expectations in the music industry, establishing herself as a noteworthy emerging talent.
Nathy Peluso, an Argentine-Spanish singer-songwriter, is celebrated for her distinctive fusion of jazz, soul, and hip-hop. Her commanding vocal talent and vibrant stage presence have propelled her to prominence within the Latin music landscape. In 2018, she debuted with the album "La Sandunguera," which highlighted her diverse vocal range and infectious, genre-blending sound. Her lyrical content frequently delves into themes of empowerment, love, and self-expression, striking a chord with audiences worldwide. Peluso's live shows are nothing short of exhilarating, as she seamlessly transitions between singing, rapping, and dancing, enchanting her audience with her magnetic personality. With her rich voice and dynamic character, Nathy Peluso is consistently challenging norms and redefining expectations in the music industry, establishing herself as a noteworthy emerging talent.
British singer/songwriter Jamie Cullum plays the piano like a mad man and he's a multi-genre master. Whether it be a slow jazz number or a dance track, Cullum can crank out his own piano, drum or guitar accompaniment with ease. His music is a mix of pop and crossover jazz, and he also plays a number of different instruments. His first album generated lots of success and it followed by a three album contract with a major record label. He has performed at many festivals and his audience continues to grow.
British singer/songwriter Jamie Cullum plays the piano like a mad man and he's a multi-genre master. Whether it be a slow jazz number or a dance track, Cullum can crank out his own piano, drum or guitar accompaniment with ease. His music is a mix of pop and crossover jazz, and he also plays a number of different instruments. His first album generated lots of success and it followed by a three album contract with a major record label. He has performed at many festivals and his audience continues to grow.
Hailing from Paris, Thomas Dutronc is a guitarist and the son of Jacques Dutronc, the famous singer and actor. His 2008-released single J'aime plus Paris became a huge hit and even led to several nominations at the Victoires de la Musique awards.His albumÉternels jusqu'à demain was released in 2015 and received a lot of positive acclaim.
Hailing from Paris, Thomas Dutronc is a guitarist and the son of Jacques Dutronc, the famous singer and actor. His 2008-released single J'aime plus Paris became a huge hit and even led to several nominations at the Victoires de la Musique awards.His albumÉternels jusqu'à demain was released in 2015 and received a lot of positive acclaim.
Alice Phoebe Lou's confidence in her craft shows in her work - a mix of folk and blues carefully developed over the years. Before breaking into the music scene and playing sold-out shows at big venues, she performed for more modest crowds in parks and at S- and U-Bahn stations in Berlin. The release of her debut album Live at Grüner Salon in 2014 saw a rise in her popularity. She has been nominated for several prestigious awards and even given TEDx speeches since then. Her song "She" found a place on the Oscars shortlist for Best Original Song in 2017.
Alice Phoebe Lou's confidence in her craft shows in her work - a mix of folk and blues carefully developed over the years. Before breaking into the music scene and playing sold-out shows at big venues, she performed for more modest crowds in parks and at S- and U-Bahn stations in Berlin. The release of her debut album Live at Grüner Salon in 2014 saw a rise in her popularity. She has been nominated for several prestigious awards and even given TEDx speeches since then. Her song "She" found a place on the Oscars shortlist for Best Original Song in 2017.
Formed by Harvard graduates Thomas Lauderdale and China Forbes, Pink Martini is a 12-piece orchestra based out of Portland, Oregon. After attempting to get involved in politics and discovering the painfully dull musical ensembles that generally play at political events, Lauderdale was inspired to create a group that fused classical, jazz and various styles of music from around the world, including French pop and Latin lounge. This inspiration became a reality in 1994 and Pink Martini went on to win huge acclaim in France with its first single. Since then, the popular group has played with famous orchestras throughout the world, been included on Hollywood blockbuster soundtracks and built a large fan base from Turkey to Australia to the US.
Formed by Harvard graduates Thomas Lauderdale and China Forbes, Pink Martini is a 12-piece orchestra based out of Portland, Oregon. After attempting to get involved in politics and discovering the painfully dull musical ensembles that generally play at political events, Lauderdale was inspired to create a group that fused classical, jazz and various styles of music from around the world, including French pop and Latin lounge. This inspiration became a reality in 1994 and Pink Martini went on to win huge acclaim in France with its first single. Since then, the popular group has played with famous orchestras throughout the world, been included on Hollywood blockbuster soundtracks and built a large fan base from Turkey to Australia to the US.
Formed in 1987, Austin based alternative rock band The Jesus Lizard helped pioneer a unique lo-fi sound that has gone on to be immortalized as the noise rock genre. The band combined uncompromising guitar riffs, scathing vocals and a caveman-like rhythm to create an interesting amalgamation of sound that went over quite well with college radio audiences and America's underground music scene. The group broke up in 1999, but after having a change in heart in 2008 the band decided to reform and since then The Jesus Lizard has been playing shows to eager audiences who have a deep affinity for noise rock.
Formed in 1987, Austin based alternative rock band The Jesus Lizard helped pioneer a unique lo-fi sound that has gone on to be immortalized as the noise rock genre. The band combined uncompromising guitar riffs, scathing vocals and a caveman-like rhythm to create an interesting amalgamation of sound that went over quite well with college radio audiences and America's underground music scene. The group broke up in 1999, but after having a change in heart in 2008 the band decided to reform and since then The Jesus Lizard has been playing shows to eager audiences who have a deep affinity for noise rock.
Marcus Miller is a New York City-based jazz musician, composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist who is best known for his work as a bassist. Though his most well-known compositions are collaborations with prolific artists including trumpeter Miles Davis, vocalist Luther Vandross and saxophonist David Sanborn, he has maintained a lucrative solo career beginning with his 1983 debut album, Suddenly. He has since released well over a dozen records as a band leader, including the 2012 studio album, Renaissance.
Marcus Miller is a New York City-based jazz musician, composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist who is best known for his work as a bassist. Though his most well-known compositions are collaborations with prolific artists including trumpeter Miles Davis, vocalist Luther Vandross and saxophonist David Sanborn, he has maintained a lucrative solo career beginning with his 1983 debut album, Suddenly. He has since released well over a dozen records as a band leader, including the 2012 studio album, Renaissance.
Born in Tunisia, Dany Brillant moved to France as a small child and grew up around the sounds of French pop. After joining a friend's jazz band, Brillant became infatuated with the old jazz and swing style - developing his famous, diverse sound from there. After releasing his debut album, "C'est Toi," Brillant achieved a string of commercially successful releases on the European charts. Incorporating everything from traditional Latin salsa to 50s rockabilly, Brillant continues to create unique and widely influenced hits.
Born in Tunisia, Dany Brillant moved to France as a small child and grew up around the sounds of French pop. After joining a friend's jazz band, Brillant became infatuated with the old jazz and swing style - developing his famous, diverse sound from there. After releasing his debut album, "C'est Toi," Brillant achieved a string of commercially successful releases on the European charts. Incorporating everything from traditional Latin salsa to 50s rockabilly, Brillant continues to create unique and widely influenced hits.
Jamiroquai is the project of singer/songwriter Jason Kay, who is the classic representative of a runaway kid who turns away from his life of petty crime to make music. One of the more prominent bands to have emerged out of England in the '90s, Jamiroquai has changed lineups consistently, but has maintained its sound and popularity. Though the band makes a unique style of music that is a blend of funk, disco and modern electronica, the group is typically referred to as an acid jazz band. The group achieved mainstream success with its single "Virtual Insanity" off the band's 1995 studio album Traveling Without Moving and has continued to thrive ever since.
Jamiroquai is the project of singer/songwriter Jason Kay, who is the classic representative of a runaway kid who turns away from his life of petty crime to make music. One of the more prominent bands to have emerged out of England in the '90s, Jamiroquai has changed lineups consistently, but has maintained its sound and popularity. Though the band makes a unique style of music that is a blend of funk, disco and modern electronica, the group is typically referred to as an acid jazz band. The group achieved mainstream success with its single "Virtual Insanity" off the band's 1995 studio album Traveling Without Moving and has continued to thrive ever since.
Michel Jonasz is a French singer/songwriter whose characteristic jazz songs have made him a household name amid the international jazz scene. Born to Hungarian parents, Jonasz left school at the age of 15 to make a go of becoming a professional jazz pianist. First gaining recognition with the band The Lemons in 1966, Jonasz would go on to launch his solo career in 1968, almost becoming an overnight success story. Since then, Jonasz has grown into a respected and revered musician who acts as an old guard of sorts within the multifaceted French jazz scene.
Michel Jonasz is a French singer/songwriter whose characteristic jazz songs have made him a household name amid the international jazz scene. Born to Hungarian parents, Jonasz left school at the age of 15 to make a go of becoming a professional jazz pianist. First gaining recognition with the band The Lemons in 1966, Jonasz would go on to launch his solo career in 1968, almost becoming an overnight success story. Since then, Jonasz has grown into a respected and revered musician who acts as an old guard of sorts within the multifaceted French jazz scene.
