Clapper

Hailing from Aarhus, Denmark, the quartet Clapper juxtaposes classic soul- and fusion jazz vibes with the wonk and groove of modern instrumental hiphop. Showcasing the group’s knack for melodic improvisation and neck-snapping switchups, with more than 200.000 plays online since their debut album - On Tempo - was released Dec. 8. 2023 through Super Bad Disco/HHV. The four members - Frederik Emil Bülow (drums), Adrian Christensen (bass), Jeppe Lavsen (Guitar), and Malthe Jepsen (Piano & Rhodes) - are well-known faces on the young Danish jazz scene, also playing with other acclaimed acts such as Abekejser, Hvalfugl, and Ipek Yolu. Based on their long collaborative history, they’re able to strum out new music instinctively when combining forces as Clapper: ”It’s not important for us to adhere to any particular genre or style”, Jeppe remarks. “We just meet up, have fun, and improvise over riffs we’re digging. Having played together for so many years, it takes a very short time to click and move in the same direction. And from there, it’s simply a matter of picking and working with the best ideas from our improvised sessions.” The same energy translates to their live shows - regular tour de forces in beat-focused jazz that, although the melodic cheerfulness might deceive new listeners, often end up in high-octane fusion workouts with crowds and musicians alike on their feet.