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“Merry tunes remain the trademark but content with rock-hard realism for skewed situations.”
This may be the most touching review ever written about Jaune Toujours. We’re deeply moved by Georges Tonla Briquet’s words for JazzHalo and are eager to hear how it resonates with you
“With Vertigo, Piet Maris and his crew present a new ‘state of the union’—sharp and so necessary.” Georges captures what we aim to convey: a voice for the urgent issues we face today, especially in Brussels and Belgium. It’s music with a message, wrapped in grooves but anchored in reality.
As he beautifully puts it, “Cheerful tunes remain their trademark, but their content hits hard, addressing skewed realities.” This duality of joy and social commentary is the essence of Jaune Toujours—a danceable, raw honesty.
“It’s a splinter bomb that not everyone was waiting for—only those who appreciate the fight of Jaune Toujours.” This line says it all. We’re here for those who understand, who resonate with our call for change, for community, for hope.
►Check out the full review in Dutch HERE or click on the PDF on the right.
“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!
We left WOMEX24 in Manchester after a few intense, inspiring days in the global sounds scene. Big thanks to everyone we connected with—feeling energized by it all! Especially enjoyed showcases by @mitsunemusic and Ali Doğan Gönültaş, and we can’t wait to dive into the CDs and playlists we’re bringing back.
Showing pictures of the interviews for @radioproglas with @milan_tesar and for @rootsworld1993 with Andrew Cronshaw on the stand we happily shared with @thijsvdw_grigri of @grigrimusic
The picture of the colourful backside of Studio1, Manchester
“...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.
Thank you to the Filemking festival for this pleasant moment spent with you !
“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.