With Kaisa’s Machine, the standup bass took center stage, as Kaisa Mäensivu’s spellbinding lines seemed to drug the audience with magnetic, magical vibes. The trio’s performance radiated groove and elegance, reaffirming their place among today’s most compelling jazz innovators.

Kassa Overall’s 2025 European tour debut shattered expectations, with him and his troupe delivering an out-of-this-world jazz improvisation session. Bold, boundary-breaking, and electrifying, the performance marks a new chapter in contemporary jazz and sets a soaring standard for European audiences.

The Benjamin Herman Trio ignited Ultramar Club with their exotic jazz rhythms, blending adventurous improvisation with irresistible swing. Their vibrant sound carried audiences across borders and moods, proving Herman’s trio a masterful force in keeping jazz both timeless and daringly fresh.

Wajdi Riahi and his trio fused jazz with Tunisian roots, created an intoxicating, lyrical sound—accessible yet full of surprises—that captivated the Ultramarclub´s audience and showcased his unique voice and wide range of jazz culture.