Wajdi Riahi, a Tunisian pianist born in 1995, is a gem of musical fusion. Cradled by traditional Arabic music thanks to his multi-instrumentalist father, his passion leads him straight to jazz, which he discovers and studies in Brussels. His trio formed in 2020 proposes a symbiosis between his Arabic roots and his love for jazz, a vibrant fusion reflecting the effervescent atmosphere of Brussels. A talent that transgresses borders, united by friendship and music. [Last update: 19/11/24]

Alex Koo, a Belgian-Japanese pianist and composer, is an emerging phenomenon in jazz. Born in 1990, he has distinguished himself through his virtuosity and originality, earning several accolades including the Fulbright Award and the Prins Bernhard Culture Prize. He skillfully navigates between jazz, electronic music, and nu jazz, creating an emotionally charged musical fusion. His style, described as "astonishingly original", is often compared to a painter using delicate pastels. Koo does not just play, he creates soundscapes, where melancholy meets boldness. A perfect balance between the legacy of Debussy, Chopin, and Rachmaninov and the contemporary sounds of Keith Jarrett and Philip Glass. [Last update: 19/11/24]

Philip Catherine, a virtuoso guitarist and gem of Belgian jazz, was born in 1942 in London to an English mother and a Belgian father. From his adolescence, he immersed himself in the world of guitar, influenced by jazz icon Django Reinhardt and French singer George Brassens. His style, a fusion of jazz, blues, and funk, is recognized for its harmonic complexity, lyrical depth, and precision. Catherine has collaborated with many jazz greats, including Kenny Drew, Jean-Luc Ponty, and Larry Coryell, and was even dubbed "Young Django" by Charles Mingus. His musical legacy, which transcends genres and borders, continues to fascinate and inspire music lovers worldwide. [Last update: 19/11/24]

Born under the grey skies of Belgium in 1979, Nicolas Kummert is an artist who is not afraid to blur musical boundaries. With roots deeply embedded in Belgian jazz, his music is a captivating fusion of mainstream pop and smooth jazz. Kummert takes us on a musical journey, distilling raw, vibrant and intense emotions. His voice is a caress that evokes soundscapes as varied as his homeland. [Last update: 19/11/24]

Nathalie Loriers, a shining star of Belgian jazz, stirs hearts with her delightfully complex music. Born in 1966, this virtuoso of mainstream pop and smooth jazz, speaks the universal language of emotion. Her compositions, tinged with Belgian nuances, are a tribute to her native country. Her musical impact far exceeds borders, making her a true ambassador of jazz-pop fusion. [Last update: 19/11/24]

Michel Herr, a Belgian jazz pianist, is a true virtuoso with multiple talents. Born in Brussels, Herr has established himself as a prominent figure on the jazz scene, playing with legends such as Chet Baker and Joe Lovano. His style, oscillating between standard jazz and mainstream pop, demonstrates unparalleled artistic flexibility. Herr is also recognized as a composer and arranger, working for various ensembles, from big band to string quartet. His music evokes a sonic poetry, born from a unique fusion of raw emotion and technical sophistication. [Last update: 19/11/24]

Michel Bisceglia, a Belgian pianist, composer, and arranger, is a true master of notes, effortlessly moving between jazz, bebop, and pop. His resonance is international, marked by collaborations with jazz icons and performances at prestigious jazz festivals. He is known for his ability to merge genres, even working with artists outside the world of jazz. He is also recognized for his contribution to cinema with award-winning soundtracks. A versatile artist, Bisceglia knows how to stir the strings of emotion. [Last update: 19/11/24]

The word "chanteuse" is often bandied about. De Biasio is probably the textbook definition: dark, sensual, jazzy. Steeped in the heritage of jazz singers, her first album "A Stomach is Burning" is a moody, sparse jazz poem in shades of blue. De Biasio did not wait long to start learning to express herself differently. At the age of 3, she started classical dance lessons. At the age of 8, she encountered the transverse flute, the beginning of her love of music. Read more on Last.fm

Being an improviser, a composer and an explorer of world music, Manuel Hermia has developed personal projects simultaneously in several directions: jazz with his Trio ("Long tales and short Stories", Igloo 2010, Octave of the best jazz band in 2011) and his Quartet ("The Spirit of the Valley", Igloo 1999, "Rajazz", Igloo 2006), with the group Slang ("Los Locos", "Save the Chilis", "It's on the way") and, on the Indian flute this time with The Whisper of the Orient (Igloo 2005, and Cristal / Harmonia Mundi, 2012).

He has also played with many artists from different cultures: Mamady Keita (Guinea), Dhruba Ghosh (India), Regis Gizavo (Madagascar), Majid Bekkas (Moraco), Ben Ngabo (Rwanda), Nono Garcia (Spain), Joao Braga (Brazil), Dobet Gnahoré (Ivory Coast), Abid Bahri (Morocco), Manou Gallo (Ivory Coast)...

He also played for the contemporary circus company Feria Musica during 10 years. 
He appears as a guest in other horizons with Fred Wesley, Peter Van Dormael, Didier Laloy, Karim Baggili, Salvatore Adamo, Sttellla, William Sheller, Radja Nin, Dick Annegarn, Clarika, The Guilty Brothers Experience, Oxymore...

Lionel Beuvens, a musical odyssey born on Belgian soil in 1981. This virtuoso of jazz and pop evokes an emotional symphony, swinging between the soft chords of smooth jazz and the rhythmic cadence of mainstream pop. Beuvens is a living testament to the diversity and richness of the Belgian music scene, a harmonious fusion that transcends genres and touches the soul. [Last update: 19/11/24]