Jazz-Blues-Soul
HUGH COLTMAN – Jazz au Sommet Festival
A British singer and guitarist based in France, Hugh has established himself as a key figure on the Anglo-French jazz and pop scene. Former frontman of the band Rock The Hoax, he later embarked on a solo career marked by acclaimed albums such as Shadows, a tribute to Nat King Cole. His warm, delicat...
JOVIN WEBB – Leman Blues Festival
Native to Louisiana, Jovin Webb stands out for his powerful, gravelly voice, infused with blues, soul, and gospel. A standout finalist on season 18 of American Idol, he has since surrounded himself with a stellar lineup of musicians from the American South. Together, they deliver a sound deeply root...
KNEEBODY (Les Rendez-Vous de l’Erdre 2025)
In 20 years of existence, Kneebody has forged a unique genre and style, coupled with a taste for boundless improvisation. Defying any classification, the group draws on influences ranging from 1960s free-bop and 1970s jazz-rock to 1990s hip-hop and post-millennium indie rock, all infused with a post...
KRYSTAL MUNDI
Krystal Mundi blends modal jazz and world music, chamber music and imaginary folklore, composition and improvisation.
This ensemble weaves together the silky yet fiery sound of strings with an airy trumpet, all grounded by a deep-grooving double bass.
Simon Mary is a versatile musician, equally ...
LEO BENMASS – Festival Aérolive
A guitarist, singer, and bluesman from Lyon, Léo Benmass champions a distinctly blues-rock repertoire, blending original compositions with covers of genre classics.
Through a performance that invites the mind to drift into a parallel universe, let yourself be carried away by electric and psychedeli...
MARJORIE BLUES BAND – Festival Aérolive
Inspired by the Mississippi blues of Robert Johnson, the soul of Aretha Franklin, and the genius of Ray Charles, Marjorie's songs are a passionate tribute to all the music pioneers she deeply cherishes and who have been the foundation of her creative drive for over twenty years.
Memorable melodies ...
MIROBOLANT ! – Eventi Musicali
Flavio Boltro, undisputed master of the jazz trumpet, Jérôme Casalonga, iconic figure of Corsican music, Majid Bekkas, Moroccan virtuoso of the guembri and guardian of the Gnawa tradition, and Mattia Barbieri, explorer of modern percussion, come together for an extraordinary artistic encounter.
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MOUNAM SINGS NINA SIMONE – Calv’in Blues Festival
Born in Yaoundé, Cameroon, singer Sandra Mandengué performs under the stage name Mounam, meaning “the child” in Douala. Her voice, blending blues, gospel, and soul, has taken her to share the stage with Liz McComb, Pink Martini, Popa Chubby, Lady Gaga, and Toots & The Maytals, at Glastonbury, Po...
MOUSTIK HATERZ – Jazz au Sommet Festival
Moustik Haterz is a band that blends jazz fusion with modern funk, infusing soulful colors and at times an energy close to urban groove. Their use of saxophones, keyboards, and dynamic bass lines creates music that is festive, danceable, and highly inventive.
They are the winners of the 2025 Jazz a...
PIANOFORTE (Les Rendez-Vous de l’Erdre 2025)
Four of France’s finest jazz pianists come together on two grand pianos and two Fender Rhodes—and the result is pure magic! Each a master in their own style, these keyboard virtuosos have shaped the history of French jazz, each a proud winner of a Victoire du Jazz. Their acclaim continues with Piano...