Mathias Eick Quintet
Mathias Eick (trumpet, keyboards, vocals), Håkon Aase (violin, percussion), Benjamin Gisli (piano), Jonny Sjo (bass), Torstein Lofthus (drums)
Sensual trumpeter Mathias Eick is one of the most influential figures in modern Norwegian music history. The fact that there are five releases on the legendary ECM jazz label and numerous associated distinctions speaks volumes about the artist's skill. Additionally, collaborations with leading bands in his homeland, such as Motorpsycho and Jaga Jazzist, further prove his multidimensional instrumental capabilities and musical expression. In his latest album, When We Leave (2021), the acclaimed musician has created an elegiac cinematic atmosphere that draws inspiration from the pandemic. The album tells an orchestral fairy tale that encourages the listener to be carried away and emerge stronger.