Tour supported by BlueStem Jazz

Here we have another wonderful example of the lively collaboration between American and Scandinavian musicians. Keefe Jackson and Josh Berman, both from Chicago and fixtures on the city's vibrant free jazz scene, have developed an unmistakable interplay based on blind trust through their many years of collaboration. Their compositions are based on strong melodic themes and open forms that constantly challenge the entire group to take different and often unpredictable paths.

Norwegians Jon Rune Strøm and Tollef Østvang have created a strong, homogeneous voice as a rhythm section over the past five years. Especially in their joint work with Friends & Neighbours, All Included, and Universal Indians, as well as in collaborations with Tobias Delius, Dave Rempis, and Joe McPhee, they unmistakably leave their mark on their music.

doors at seven / show at eight / $10 / 21+