"Labyrinth II" is dynamic, tender, imposing, and packed with a good dose of groove. In a minimal configuration, the band, with Nicole Johänntgen on saxophone and vocals, Jon Hansen on tuba, and David Stauffacher on percussion and drums, is a true powerhouse. Nicole Johänntgen's powerful melodic playing and technical diversity blend with the pumping tuba and subtle rhythms.

Jon Hansen (tba), Nicole Johaenntgen (sax) und David Stauffacher (perc) auf der Labyrinth Album Tour fotografiert am Samstag, 3. Februar 2024 im Moods in Zurich. (VOLLTOLL / Simon Boschi)

Matheus Donato presents AqueleBaïle.
Matheus Donato – 6-string cavaquinho/vocals; Azilis Esnault – vocals; Edouard Ravelomanantsoa – keyboards; Darcy Gomes – electric bass; Miguel Couto – drums; Menandro Fernandes – percussion

This Brazilian dance project, led by the talented Matheus Donato, emerges from the world of Brazilian music. This musical project offers a blend of different national genres such as samba, choro, forró, and frevo, among others, combining the rhythmic singing of the MPB with all the virtuoso Brazilian instrumental music has to offer. Featuring incredible musicians, this Brazilian party promises a rich, diverse, and danceable musical experience, celebrating Brazilian popular culture.

Through a multi-colored musical landscape, vocalist Malou Oheix, pianist Jean Saint Loubert Bié and bassist Ludovic Prieur carry you away with their inspirations, drawing on the energies of artists such as Antonio Carlos Jobim, Tigran Hamasyan and Gretchen Parla. These three young and talented musicians reveal a nuanced universe, mixing rhythm, poetry and improvisation.

Philippe Sellam quartet with Olivier Louvel – guitar; Gilles Coquard – bass; Stéphane Huchard – drums & Philippe Sellam – saxophone;
In the vibrant world of modern jazz, Philippe Sellam explores uncharted territory, fusing tradition and innovation, reflecting a constantly evolving era. His original compositions are animated by a contagious vitality, with virtuoso improvisations and bold harmonies that create an electric atmosphere. In this quartet, these four talented artists, endowed with extensive stage experience, transform their emotions into captivating melodies, like alchemists, stirring souls and awakening spirits.

"La Roda des Fous" (The Roda of the Fools) features Filipe Dourado on cavaquinho, Caio Marcio Santos on viola, Miguel Couto on drums, Gleice Regina on vocals, and Guima Santos on percussion.

The Ballet des Fous Trio, featuring Filipe, Caio, and Miguel, joins forces with the vibrant forces of Gleice Regina and Guima Santos to reinvent the roda—a blend of tradition and rhythmic madness. Look no further for the recipe for joy; at Les Bascules, the audience is moving, excited, dancing, and clapping

Australian singer and saxophonist Jody Sternberg joins guitarist Serge Merlaud for an intimate and subtle duet. “Jody Sternberg is a rare bird. The kind of person who has experienced ups and downs and has created a unique, slightly cracked, and terribly sincere song from them.” (Télérama)

The Baptiste Herbin Trio plays Django with Mathieu Chazarenc on drums; Sylvain Romano on double bass; and Baptiste Herbin on saxophone.
The 2024 Grand Prix of the Charles Cros Academy for Jazz: Baptiste Herbin's album 'Django!'
"Baptiste Herbin, under his guidance, becomes a master himself and soars to the heights of inspiration frequented by the greatest. Django! thus reveals an artist at the height of his powers, and celebrates the birth of an exceptional trio." Daniel Yvinec

Tom Guillois Quartet with Sandro Torsiello - tenor sax; Gaspard Berton - piano; Arnaud Bichon - drums; Tom Guillois - double bass & compositions.
At only 25 years old, Tom Guillois is an active musician on the Parisian jazz scene and performs regularly alongside Mourad Benhammou, David Sauzay, Nicholas Thomas, and the Zoot Collective. He presents his compositions and music, inspired by the great double bassists in the history of jazz such as Paul Chambers and Oscar Pettiford. He surrounds himself with three talented young musicians to create music based on interaction, energy, and sharing!

Ode to Brazil with Malou Oheix – Vocals; Jean Saint Loubert – Piano; Ethan Denis – Double Bass; Guillaume Leguérinel – Drums. 
A festive and danceable music that invokes the swaying rhythms typical of Batucadas, but also an elaborate harmonic language and an undeniable sense of lyricism. The group offers a varied repertoire retracing the greats of the Brazilian musical landscape, from the classics of Gilberto and Jobim to the world of Hermeto Pascoal.

Pierre Bertrand & La Caja Negra with Pierre Bertrand: Saxophone; Alfio Origlio: Piano; Jérôme Regard: Double Bass; Minino Garay: Drums
  Pierre Bertrand & La Caja Negra is a group dedicated to travel and otherness, bringing together musicians and singers from styles that usually never meet: jazz and flamenco. Today, they play music that fuses jazz and flamenco, born from encounters and mutual enrichment.
  La Caja Negra is touring in 2025 to celebrate their 15th anniversary with a captivating repertoire combining their own creations with Pierre Bertrand's latest unreleased programs!

Lyaun Trio with Romain Habert on guitar & Lyaun on vocals and bass, Tom Peyron on drums
A concert that will take you from soul to jazz. This trio draws its influences from the intoxicating melodies of Sade, the powerful anthems of Aretha Franklin, and the sweet harmonies of Robert Glasper. A delightful evening awaits you on June 28th at Les Bascules!