Comprising some of Denmark’s most prominent young musicians, Copenhagen’s groundbreaking neo-jazz quintet OTOOTO describes their innovative blend of jazz tradition and modern indie pop as "Homeshake meets Jazz Messengers."

OTOOTO, featuring Jonas Due (trumpet and flugelhorn), Oilly Wallace (alto saxophone and flute), Calle Brickman (keys), Andreas Svendsen (drums and percussion), and Matthias Petri (bass), has been a steady presence on both the Danish and international jazz scenes since their 2021 debut album, This Love Is For You.

Their latest release marks a new chapter in their journey, reflecting a bold, mature artistic vision that promises to solidify their place in the Scandinavian contemporary jazz landscape.

"Our mission is to reflect modern society and give sound to its vibrations. And through this sound, we seek to transmit purity, love, and joy."

Drawing inspiration from everything from 1970s rock and European c...

Comprising some of Denmark’s most prominent young musicians, Copenhagen’s groundbreaking neo-jazz quintet OTOOTO describes their innovative blend of jazz tradition and modern indie pop as "Homeshake meets Jazz Messengers."

OTOOTO, featuring Jonas Due (trumpet and flugelhorn), Oilly Wallace (alto saxophone and flute), Calle Brickman (keys), Andreas Svendsen (drums and percussion), and Matthias Petri (bass), has been a steady presence on both the Danish and international jazz scenes since their 2021 debut album, This Love Is For You.

Their latest release marks a new chapter in their journey, reflecting a bold, mature artistic vision that promises to solidify their place in the Scandinavian contemporary jazz landscape.

"Our mission is to reflect modern society and give sound to its vibrations. And through this sound, we seek to transmit purity, love, and joy."

Drawing inspiration from everything from 1970s rock and European church music to the groundbreaking sounds of Jean-Michel Jarre and Vangelis, the five musicians—led by trumpeter Jonas Due and saxophonist Oilly Wallace—describe their sound as "a roaring sea of analog synths and velvety horns."

Their latest album, featuring eight carefully composed original tracks, balances strong, memorable melodies with whimsical orchestration, a continuous sense of groove, tight texture, and fearless, lyrical improvisations. A collaboration with electronic producer Sofie Birch, the album is an electro-organic sonic exploration of the union between acoustic instrumental tones and electronic manipulation, led by the sound of the legendary Juno 106 synth, paired with grand, jazz...

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