Espen Eriksen Trio mit Andy Sheppard

Masters of Melody from Norway with British Jazz Star.
The Espen Eriksen Trio and Andy Sheppard first teamed up for two concerts in London in 2016. From the very first note, it was clear that this was a perfect match. To quote the jazz website "All About Jazz," "the symbiosis between the saxophonist and the trio is truly remarkable." In 2018, they released their first joint album "Perfectly Unhappy," followed by a live album and another studio album titled "As It Gets." This album was named the 6th best jazz album of 2023 by Jazzwise.
After 18 years, seven albums, and regular tours across four continents, the Espen Eriksen Trio has firmly established itself in the international jazz scene with its unique group sound. With a career spanning more than four decades and collaborations with greats like George Russell, Gil Evans, and Carla Bley, Andy Sheppard is one of Europe's leading saxophonists.
Together, they create top-notch melodic jazz that has prompted critics to search for their best superlatives and draw comparisons with the legendary "Belonging" quartet featuring Keith Jarrett and Jan Garbarek. "Together, these tracks form an album of stylish, inventive jazz improvisation that is nearly perfect." - Jazzwise