Jan Harbeck Live Jive Jungle
Saturday den 6. June kl. 9:00 pm - 1:00 am
Live Jive Jungle is known for its extroverted playing style, energetic nerve and insistent intensity, powerful drum grooves, and captivating melodies.
”It is pulsating urban jazz, where an uptempo beat sends both the pulse and the mood soaring. The unequivocally big star is, of course, Jan Harbeck, who wrote all the tracks on the album. He has never disappointed, and with Live Jive Jungle, he adds a new chapter to his career.”
Niels Overgård, JazzNyt (Denmark)
Line-up
Bass
Anton Langebæk is one of the most talented and versatile bassists on the Scandinavian jazz scene. He has received significant acclaim for his work, including the prestigious Bent Jædig Award, and is widely recognized as the ultimate anchor in any ensemble he joins. Boasting a big, warm tone and unwavering rhythmic authority, he seamlessly navigates both the classic, swinging jazz tradition and more modern, open musical landscapes. Anton is a highly sought-after sideman across a wide range of settings, collaborating with a diverse array of leading Danish artists. Whether driving the groove in a tight swing trio or expressing himself as a lyrical soloist, he brings a calm presence and exceptional musical depth to the stage.
Saxophone
Jan Harbeck is one of Denmark’s most acclaimed tenor saxophonists and an inescapable figure on the Danish jazz scene. Harbeck is known for his deep, warm tone and an intensely lyrical expression that bridges the golden era of swing with the contemporary sound. With his award-winning Jan Harbeck Quartet—honored with a Danish Music Award for Jazz Release of the Year—he delivers genuine, melodic, and deeply swinging jazz that appeals to both new listeners and traditional purists. Experience a saxophonist of exceptional quality!
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Drums
Peter Leth is an experienced and versatile Danish drummer, moving fluidly between jazz, pop, and rock. As the drummer in the jazz quartet Jan Harbeck Live Jive Jungle, he delivers powerful, captivating grooves and is known for his solid foundation and dynamic playing. In addition to his work as a musician, Peter Leth is a central figure in the Jutland jazz community, where he curates the recognized series Leth’s Jazz at Cafe Støj. Experience a musician who both provides swing from the stage and supports the burgeoning jazz scene!
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Guitar
Thor Madsen is an acclaimed Danish guitarist, composer, and producer, known for his inquisitive and genre-defying approach to music. Based in both Copenhagen and New York, he has worked across jazz, hip-hop, electronic music, and world music. He is a central figure in projects like Madsen/Andersen/Lohse and has collaborated with international artists such as Meshell Ndegeocello and Deodato. Madsen’s versatility and ability to create evocative soundscapes make him a unique and innovative voice on the contemporary scene.
