Kung Carl's Jazz Club

Lulu's back in Town

August 30

Born in Brazil and based in Sweden, Luciana sings with a voice that blends the longing of bossa nova, the freedom of jazz, and the power of the blues.

Luciana Sousa – vocals
Mattias Lindberg – piano
Jojo Djeridi – drums
Rickard Malmsten – double bass

Cilla Ribbing

September 6

An evening of live music, rhythms you can feel in your body – and jazz meeting soul with African vibes! Expect elegant interpretations from the American Songbook, groovy soul numbers, and a few surprising Afro hits like Jerusalema and Pata Pata, all in our own cool style.

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Cilla Ribbing – vocals
Tonight’s guest artist is Jack Gylla, “Légénie de Guinée” – a djembe soloist
Joel Lindberg – piano
Dan West – drums
Rickard Malmsten – electric bass

Jazz in Swedish

13 September

Wonderful songs from the golden age of jazz in the 1950s, when Nalen was the jazz mecca.
Music from, among others, Monica Zetterlund’s repertoire.
Perhaps Oh vad en liten gumma kan gno and even the folk song Jag vet en dejlig rosa.

Stella Justin – vocals
Leo Lindberg – organ
Jojo Djeridi – drums

Helena Nordin Group

20 september

With one foot in the rhythmic and harmonic traditions of classic jazz, and the other stepping into a new world where we are invited into fresh atmospheres.
The music moves within the traditional foundations of the jazz genre, and we will hear new arrangements of well-known jazz standards and original compositions, as well as familiar songs written by Helena herself.

Lineup:
Drums: Knut Haglund
Bass: Ilaria Capalbo
Piano: Josef MacDermott
Vocals + Music: Helena Nordin

Lennart Ekdals Big Red

September 27

TV4 personality Lennart Ekdal performs with his band, Ekdal’s Big Red.

The band offers a wide repertoire of rock, pop, soul, and blues – Dylan, Hendrix, the Stones, Joe Cocker, Creedence Clearwater Revival, The Kinks, Wilson Pickett, Otis Redding, and more.

3's Company

October 4

The vocal group 3’s Company, consisting of Faye Austin-Nordin, Kimberley Akester and Erika Dittmer, has more than 30 years of experience from the international theatre, film, and musical stage.

During the evening, the vocal group will present gems from their jazz repertoire, featuring music by Cole Porter and numbers such as “Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree”, “Moon River” and “Fly Me to the Moon”, to name just a few.

Kimberley Akester: vocals
Faye Austin-Nordin: vocals
Erika Dittmer: vocals
Mathias Lundqvist: piano
Jonas Olofsson: double bass

Sara Fischer - Le grand jazz

10 October

This evening, the incredible music of Legrand (and also a few selected Cole Porter compositions) will be interpreted by the quartet

FISCHER/OLSSON/BÄCKSTRÖM/LARSSON

Sara Fischer – vocals

Fredrik Olsson – guitar

Johannes Bäckström – double bass

Eskil Larsson – saxophone

Ulla Fluur

11 October

Ulla Fluur – Jazz in Swedish

Singer Ulla Fluur made her debut in 2021 and has since released three critically acclaimed albums. With the language of jazz as her foundation, she interprets songs from a wide range of genres – from pop and 60s schlager to classic jazz standards. This evening, she presents a program entirely in Swedish – warm and full of swing.

Ulla Fluur – vocals
Leo Lindberg – piano
Hugo Löf – bass
Henrik Jäderberg – drums

Amanda Sedgwick

16 October

Amanda Sedgwick is a Swedish jazz saxophonist.

She has been a visible and audible presence on the Swedish jazz scene since the 1990s and has at times also been based in the Netherlands or the United States.

Cantaloope

17 October

CANTALOOPE is a jazz band with a focus on Swedish and American jazz, blues, and bossa nova.
The band has been active in Stockholm for 20 years and frequently performs in hotel and restaurant settings.
Their repertoire is a mix of traditional and modern songs, all with their own unique arrangements.

The band lineup:
Jens – saxophones
Anders – drums
Fredrik – guitar
Jacob – double bass
Ulrica & Anna – vocals with delicate harmonies

Victor Rydström Quartet

18 October

Victor Rydström Quartet is coming to play some great music.
With a newly released album, a swinging band of fantastic musicians, and not least the best audience in town, this will be a top-notch evening!
Drop by to enjoy both new and classic jazz – and soak up the cozy atmosphere!

Victor Rydström – guitar
Melker Törnqvist – bass
Ossian Ward – drums
Alex Lilliedahl – piano

Alfie!

October 25

ALFIE! who previously guested at Kung Carls Jazz Club with tributes to Burt Bacharach, will treat us to both swinging and atmospheric songs this evening.

Stina Augustsdottir – vocals
Fredrik Olsson – guitar
Mats Dimming – bass
Jojo Djeridi – drums

Anki Svan

November 1

Songs about the heart and the psyche with Sweden’s female Jacques Brel.

Anki is a traveler. A vagabond. She leads us through the rough terrain of love, sorrow, and the messy human psyche. It can be about a broken heart on the steps of Dramaten in Stockholm, and it can continue into a restless cabaret. It is Östermalm-noir inspired by Bulgakov, Bessie Smith, and Lena Nyman. Anki Svan has been called Sweden’s Jacques Brel. Songs About the Heart and the Psyche is the title of her acclaimed debut album, released in 2023.

Nanna Carling

November 8

Soprano saxophonist and singer Nanna Carling has become widely known for her energetic stage presence, crystal-clear musicality, and sparkling charisma. Inspired by icons such as Sidney Bechet, Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, and Johnny Hodges, Nanna stylishly and passionately delivers the traditions of jazz to both new fans and seasoned enthusiasts. Every performance is a true happiness booster – with high energy and contagious joy of playing!

Soweco

November 15

Soweco offers a unique mix of jazz, soul, pop, and a West Coast vibe, with roots in the vibrant music scene of Los Angeles. Each song is a journey filled with groove and sophisticated harmonies. Don’t miss the chance to experience their unique sound!

Freeport Soul Collective

November 22

Freeport Soul Collective is a band from Stockholm with its foundation in 1960s soul. Formed in 2015, the band delivers swinging versions of both soul classics and more modern songs by artists such as Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Amy Winehouse, and Chaka Khan.

Jay-Bird

November 29

"Jay-Bird" is a jazz quintet that performs compositions and arrangements signed by trombone legend J.J. Johnson.

Music from the 1940s and 50s is mixed with anecdotes from J.J.’s exciting life and work.

The quintet consists of:
Daniel K Johansson – trombone
Linus Lindblom – tenor sax and flute
Daniel Tilling – piano
Lars Ekman – bass
Jesper Kviberg – drums