Jaga Jazzist – review

Scala, King's CrossJaga Jazzist aren't a jazz band, but they're not exclusively any other kind of band either. The 15-year-old Norwegian collective is guided by a jazz/improv sensibility and cool skilfulness that allows all its clamouring influences (electronica, drum'n'bass, prog-rock, classical and free jazz) to mix and remix organically.The Scala was rammed for the Norwegians' latest UK trip, launching their afrobeat-influenced One-Armed Bandit album – on a stage packed with keyboards, vibe...

Read full article Share article