Danish/Swedish musician Johanna Linnea Jakobsson is a saxophonist, vocalist, and composer, currently presenting her new album Don’t Overthink It, released on October 31, 2025. The album has been widely praised by critics. Ivan Rod wrote in GAFFA that “...her vocal control and sense of songwriting and composition make her a unique phenomenon in Danish/Swedish music,” awarding the album 5 out of 6 stars. Erik Jensen wrote in All That magazine that her songs are presented “...extremely stylishly and convincingly,” also giving it 5 out of 6 stars.
Throughout 2025, singles such as Work and Time were repeatedly in A-rotation on DR P8 Jazz. The station also named Don’t Overthink It Album of the Week shortly after its release. The single Time even earned a distinguished nomination at Danish Music Awards Jazz 2025 in the category Single of the Year.
The concert will naturally feature material from the new album, as well as from the critically acclaimed ...
Danish/Swedish musician Johanna Linnea Jakobsson is a saxophonist, vocalist, and composer, currently presenting her new album Don’t Overthink It, released on October 31, 2025. The album has been widely praised by critics. Ivan Rod wrote in GAFFA that “...her vocal control and sense of songwriting and composition make her a unique phenomenon in Danish/Swedish music,” awarding the album 5 out of 6 stars. Erik Jensen wrote in All That magazine that her songs are presented “...extremely stylishly and convincingly,” also giving it 5 out of 6 stars.
Throughout 2025, singles such as Work and Time were repeatedly in A-rotation on DR P8 Jazz. The station also named Don’t Overthink It Album of the Week shortly after its release. The single Time even earned a distinguished nomination at Danish Music Awards Jazz 2025 in the category Single of the Year.
The concert will naturally feature material from the new album, as well as from the critically acclaimed debut album Alone Together from 2022. The repertoire may also include classics from various genres, which Johanna often interprets with her band.
“The musicianship is impeccable, but what impresses me most is the consistently delicate, laid-back sound and the ability to create music that feels both contemporary and like a loving nod to the traditions of jazz.”
— Dan Backman, Orkesterjournalen (SE)...
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