Fredrik Kronkvist Quartet
Fredrik Kronkvist Quartet blends raw energy, technical brilliance, and emotional depth. The internationally acclaimed alto saxophonist captivates audiences with a sound rooted in jazz tradition, colored by modern influences, as danceable as it is compelling to listen to.
Fredrik Kronkvist Quartet is known for its eclectic and tight interplay, where hard-swinging rhythms meet expansive improvisations. The band’s music moves beyond the conventional framework of jazz and draws inspiration from Afro-Cuban grooves, soulful gospel melodies and the relentless pulse of hip-hop. Just like John Coltrane’s spiritual explorations or Cannonball Adderley’s infectious groove, Kronkvist and his quartet create a musical experience that is both intellectually and rhythmically irresistible.
Lineup:
Fredrik Kronkvist-saxofon, Thiery Marazanye - piano, Mattias Rudebjer - kontrabas, Johan Kolsut-trummor