Nordic melancholy mixed with high-drama from one of Europe's newest young jazz piano trios In an era of ever-changing projects and ideas, Denmark's Kosmos Trio stand out as a group who've carved out their own sound and space in the Nordic jazz scene at an impressively young age. Their debut album 'Brev Til En Ven' showcases the results of a five-year labour of love. Pianist Frede Holger Thorsen and drummer Gustaf Hagelskær met back in 2017 through their participation in Play!Ground, an offshoot of the European Jazz Orchestra through which they toured extensively. Reuniting afterwards at Gustaf's home to compose music together, Gustaf's younger brother Harald joined in on upright bass, completing the trio. Setting themselves up in a safe space of exploration, or a laboratory as they called it, they had already written seven tunes by the end of the weekend. The very first time we played together I thought that we should do this for the rest of our lives - and I mean what I say. - Frede Holger Thorsen Initially inspired by metric virtuosos including Tigran Hamasyan and Avishai Cohen, the trio's early days were spent exploring the complexities of odd meter which can clearly be heard in their compositional style. Their sound evolved into a tranquil, melancholic yet dynamic sound that expresses the calm and curious natures of the three boys. Familiar, comforting minor harmony and rhythmically satisfying grooves are juxtaposed with passages of uncertainty and tension, free time and bowed upright bass harmonics. Their trio playing displays a maturity far beyond their years; an interactive and egoless coming-together of three instrumentalists who are determined to create beautiful music together for years to come. Frede Holger Thorsen | piano Gustav Hagelskjær | drums Harald Hagelskjær | bass
Release date:
May 12, 2023
Label:
Install our app to receive notifications when new upcoming releases are added.

Recommended equipment and accessories
-
Nobsound Little Bear T7 Tube Preamp
Delivers rich, warm audio through its high-quality vacuum tubes, featuring multiple inputs and adjustable gain
-
Turntables - Top Picks
A selection of reliable record players you can buy today, for every budget
-
HumminGuru: Ultrasonic Vinyl Record Cleaner
Advanced ultrasonic technology with customizable cleaning cycles and a large tank capacity to thoroughly remove dust, dirt, and contaminants
-
Cartridges - Top Picks
A selection of turnatble cartridges that provide great performance and sound quality
-
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO
Featuring a one-piece carbon fiber tonearm, precision-tuned motor, and a heavy steel platter with TPE damping, it ensures superior stability and sound quality.
Featured Upcoming Vinyl
-
Steve Gunn Music For Writers (Opaque Orange)
Three Lobed Recordings
August 15, 2025 -
Marissa Nadler New Radiations
Sacred Bones
August 15, 2025 -
KAROL G Tropicoqueta (Tangerine) (Amazon Exclusive) [2xLP]
Bichota Records/Interscope
September 26, 2025 -
Belinda Carlisle Once Upon A Time In California (Autographed; Sunset)
Demon / Edsel
August 29, 2025 -
Eli Young Band Strange Hours
UnLevel Records
August 1, 2025 -
Kaiser Chiefs Employment 20: China Anniversary Edition [2xLP]
Universal UK
July 25, 2025 -
Borracho Ouroboros
Ripple Music
August 8, 2025 -
Trisha Yearwood The Mirror
Gwendolyn Records
July 18, 2025 -
Shaki Tavi Minor Slip
Felte Records
August 15, 2025 -
Ups and Downs Stained Glass Memories (Random: Red, Yellow Or Blue)
Basket Case Records
July 25, 2025 -
Drain ...is Your Friend
Epitaph
November 7, 2025 -
Lola Young I'm Only F**king Myself (The ‘Waste Of My F*Cking Money’ Edition; Yellow; Amazon Exclusive)
Island
September 19, 2025 -
Miles Kane Sunlight In The Shadows (Blue Skies)
Easy Eye Sound
October 17, 2025 -
Vindicator Communal Decay
Nltm Records
July 25, 2025