JAF Trio

**JAF Trio** is a dynamic Amsterdam-based jazz trio known for blending modern jazz with electronic textures and improvisational energy. Formed in 2017 by drummer Jesse Schilder, trumpeter Alistair Payne, and saxophonist Floris van der Vlugt (whose initials make up the band’s name), the group crafts immersive, cinematic soundscapes that balance intricate compositions with raw spontaneity. Their music often feels like a moody film score, weaving between introspective melodies and bursts of experimental groove.

With releases like *The Urge To Survive*, *Dark Sparkle*, and the self-titled *JAF Trio*, they’ve carved a niche in Europe’s contemporary jazz scene, earning praise for their genre-blurring approach. Tracks like *Sax Guy* and *Day of the Snowstorm* showcase their knack for emotive storytelling and playful interplay, while live performances highlight their ability to turn stages into intimate, electrifying jam sessions. Whether on record or at festivals, JAF Trio keeps listeners hooked with their lush, boundary-pushing sound.