It’s fair to say that the Austrian jazz scene has experienced a real upswing in recent years. At least, one can come to this conclusion when observing the increased international interest in jazz from Austria; and is true across all genres. Following … read more »
Since its birth in 2016, the septet SHAKE STEW successfully and unwaveringly holds the course of a unique sound creation. Currently the band is back on tour with their now fifth album “Heat”, which will be released at the end of March. … read more »
INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL SAALFELDEN took place once again, for its 41st time at the end of August 2021. It was, as usual, a strong, long and explosive program. Therefore packing it into a collection of words won’t do it justice, however, there … read more »
With “Gris Gris” (Traumton Records) SHAKE STEW are releasing their third studio album and they will probably make quite some noise again. The Vienna-based septet with an unusual cast of two drummers (Nikolaus Dolp, Mathias Koch), two (double-)bassists (Lukas Kranzelbinder, Oliver Potratz) … read more »
From November 15 to 24, 2019, the 16th JAZZTOPAD FESTIVAL will take place in Wroclaw, Poland. At the Austrian Day on November 20, Jazztopad Festival introduces two exceptional Austrian jazz formations: CHUFFDRONE and SHAKE STEW. Jazztopad Festival 2019 is organized by the … read more »
Before 2018 comes to an end, we would like to thank our partners and supporters in Austria and abroad as well as the amazingly talented artists for another year full of festivals, showcases, networking events and inspiring talks. Have a look at … read more »
Lukas Kranzelbinder, born in Klagenfurt in 1988, is a bassist living in Vienna. Despite his tender years, Kranzelbinder has already established himself as one of the most active and versatile bassists of the young Austrian music scene. His main band in recent years … read more »
Quite a few people view this troupe as one of the Austrian jazz bands of the moment. The reason for that is evident on their recently released second album. With “Rise And Rise Again” (Traumton Records) SHAKE STEW once again deliver a … read more »
Many will already be familiar with the young Austrian trio Mario Rom’s INTERZONE. Mario Rom (trumpet), Lukas Kranzelbinder (bass) und Herbert Pirker (drums) are a promising band on the young, wild, European jazz scene. Concert performances have already taken them around the globe to … read more »
When you talk about Shake Stew, you are talking about one of the most exciting jazz formations in Austria at the moment. Lukas Kranzelbinder and his troupe, consisting of the top class musicians Mario Rom (trumpet), Johnny Schleiermacher (tenor saxophone), Clemens Salesny (alto … read more »