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Niklas Lukassen
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Niklas Lukassen displays an equally astonishing lyrical sensibility and skilful command on the upright bass, the bass guitar and his unique bass cello. having lived in New York for several years, he today resides between London and Berlin. Described as "a versatile bass virtuoso" by Jazzwise magazine, Niklas continues to establish himself as a significant presence within the young European jazz scene. Moreover, his sound and artistic vision radiate a striking band leader potential.
Niklas ventured from an inconspicuous village somewhere in the South German Black Forest out into a life of creative opportunity through his personal musical journey. Aged 16, he moved to Berlin to cut his teeth in the capital's music scene and attended the Jazz Institute. A formative part of his career lies in New York. Mentored by Ron Carter, he received his Masters Degree from Manhattan School of Music on a full scholarship. Currently Pursuing a doctoral degree and teaching at the Royal Academy of Music in London, he researches ways of Broadening his scope of sounds on a range of String bass instruments.
Seeds
By Ori Jacobson
Label: Self Produced
Released: 2021
Track listing: Seeds; Karma; Perseverance; Delirium
Still Waters
Label: Heartcore Records
Released: 2026
Track listing: The Deep; Estuary; Metamorphosis; Palisade (feat. Kurt Rosenwinkel & Geoffroy De Masure); Karma (feat. Wanja Slavin);
To Climb A Mountain; Interlude (feat. Céline Rudolph); The Traveller (feat. Wanja Slavin); Brother; Rainbow Surfer (feat.
Kurt Rosenwinkel); Luna; Still Waters Run Deep
Palisade
Album: Still Waters
By Niklas Lukassen
Label: Heartcore Records
Released: 2026
Duration: 06:21
Metamorphosis
Featuring the music of Niklas Lukassen
Duration: 3:24
New Music From Douglas, Xangorchestra, Mycio, HøIby And More
by Bob Osborne
The continuum of exploration in the world of jazz runs through this set of fourteen releases, twelve of them brand new. Jazz keeps pressing at its own boundaries while drawing structure and ideas from other musical forms, the result is a playlist that moves cleanly between contrasting approaches. The closing track is presented as a tribute ...
Niklas Lukassen: Still Waters
by Konstantin N. Rega
Multi-instrumentalist Niklas Lukassen spins a pleasant mix of tunes on Still Waters. Joined by a stellar team, including saxophonist Ben van Gelder, pianist Kit Downes and drummer Francesco Ciniglio (as well as several others spotted throughout), the quartet moves with the ease of skilled swimmers through the music. An internationally influenced album, the music reflects his own life experiences of ...
Lucy Mellenfield, Gregory Hutchinson, Niklas Lukassen, Nils Wülker, Wayne Horvitz, Etienne Guéreau
by Ludovico Granvassu
Moving from intimate, folk-tinged lyricism to expansive ensemble statements and thoughtful tributes, here is a set that reflects a contemporary jazz landscape defined by optimism, cross-border interplay, and a spirit of exploration that favors curiosity and forward momentum over nostalgia.Happy listening!Playlist Ben Allison “Mondo Jazz Theme (feat. Ted Nash & Pyeng Threadgill)" ...
Estuary
Album: Still Waters
By Niklas Lukassen
Label: Heartcore Records
Released: 2026
Duration: 05:29
New Releases From Adewumi, Reid, Norvo, Oná Ensemble, Aldana & More
by Bob Osborne
This collection offers a rich exploration of contemporary jazz and improvised music, traversing a landscape of diverse textures and international influences. From cerebral, atmospheric openings and avant-garde energy to vibrant rhythmic inflections, the selection balances intricate composition with spontaneous dialogue. Whether revisiting classic themes through a modern lens or delving into expansive collective improvisations, these tracks ...
