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“Activists and critical thinkers are often accused of being too serious. But how can you party when you’re carrying the weight of today’s crises? For over 30 years, Brussels-based Jaune Toujours has shown us how—with accordion, brass, and beats, they blend reggae, ska, Latin, and Balkan sounds with a DIY spirit, proving that social critique and rebellion can bring good vibes.”
We’re thrilled with this 4-star review for our new album Vertigo in the latest issue of Jazzthetik (Nov/Dec), featured in the section ‘Die Welt ist eine Scheibe’!
And a heads-up: “While some tracks may lead you to the dance floor, they’re more likely to throw you for a loop. Their single Step on a Crack mixes 17/4 and 11/4 time signatures, making their album title Vertigo feel tangible!”
►Read the full article (in German) by clicking on the pdf on the right.
Another amazing milestone for Vertigo by Jaune Toujours!
After climbing to #15 on the World Music Charts Europe, we’re thrilled to announce that we’ve also entered the Transglobal World Music Chart at #22!
Right alongside one of our biggest inspirations Manu Chao and other great artists like Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Lo’Jo, Seun Kuti, and Driss El Maloumi Trio
Being among these legendary artists feels surreal.
We’re incredibly grateful for this recognition, and beyond excited to keep sharing Vertigo with the world!
Huge thanks to everyone who’s been part of this journey—fans, listeners, and the amazing world music community.
Let’s keep the music alive and kicking!
Big news for Jaune Toujours!
Vertigo has climbed from #20 to #15 on the World Music Charts Europe in November!
Proud to be featured alongside incredible artists like Seun Kuti, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Driss El Mamouni Trio, and Buzz’ Ayaz. We’re thrilled and grateful for the love and support
Thank you!
“...an uncomplicated mix of rock, gypsy sounds, free jazz, hip-hop and pure folklore.”
Thank you Harry and @lflmagazine that’s the first time we’ve been associated with HipHop Music (amongst the other references), but we get it !
►Read the full article (in Dutch) by clicking on the pdf on the right.
“The Belgian music collective is back with rousing music and socially relevant lyrics. Music between ska, drum and brass, accordion dub with punk attitudes, street musician flair and much more, they chase their music into our dancing legs.”
Thank you Fredi Hallauer on the Swiss music blog Musik Global for the nice review of our new album Vertigo!
► Read the full article (in German) HERE or click on the PDF on the right.
Thank you | Vielen Dank ORF for your kind interest and airplay of songs from our new album Vertigo in your segment “Reggae trifft Chanson und Funk’!
► Read the review (in German) by clicking on the PDF on the right
“...the citizen collective's approach, which, with its lively brass section, frenzied rhythm section, danceable accordion lines and tons of energy, defends the planet as well as welcoming all borderless people.”
Three stars again for Album Vertigo from Le Soir!
Thank you Thierry Coljon and Le Soir for this review of our Vertigo Album!
► Read the full article (in French) HERE or click on the PDF on the right.
Jaune Toujours’ new album Vertigo receives 4 Stars in De Standaard and is featured among the best pop and jazz albums of the week, alongside The Smile and Immanuel Wilkins!
Peter Vantyghem describes our seventh album as “energetic, contagious, and defiant party music,” with our Brussels-based band continuing to evolve its urban fusion of reggae, Balkan influences, ska-punk energy, jazz, and chanson vibes.
Tracks like “Vertigo” and “Dimanche” are singled out as radioworthy songs, and the review also features the music video for “Dimanche,” directed by Sarah Baur
Check out the full review (in Dutch) HERE of on the pdf document to the right.
We’re thrilled with these 4 stars!
“Music without borders—brave, original, and undeniably Bruxellois.”
“A sonic whirlwind that’s impossible to ignore,” writes Phillip Verhaege, praising Jaune Toujours for delivering “an album full of energy and musical surprises.”
He goes on to say, Vertigo “combines sharp social commentary with irresistible grooves—every track is a standout.”
Thanks Keys & Chords online Muziek Magazine !
Read the full review in Dutch HERE of on the pdf document to the right.
“jazz of today, very contemporary and without borders."
In a glowing four-star review, Jean-Claude Vantroyen of Le Soir calls Wildernis by Otto Kintet “a very successful album.”
Reflecting on the creative freedom of the band, Otto Kint says, “That’s what I really love. We do what we want, don’t we?”
Join Otto Kintet (=event link) for the album launch of Wildernis on 10 October at Theatre Marni. Don’t miss this unique live experience!
►You can read the full article (in French) HERE