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08/11/2024 - 16:00
"Vrolijke deuntjes blijven het handelskenmerk maar inhoudelijk met keiharde realiteitszin voor scheefgegroeide situaties."

“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.

05/11/2024 - 15:45
"Aktivisten und kritische Denker werden oft beschuldigt, zu ernst zu sein. Aber wie kann man feiern, wenn man die Last der heutigen Krisen trägt? Jaune Toujours aus Brüssel zeigt uns seit über 30 Jahren, wie es geht: Mit Akkordeon, Bläsern und Beats mischen sie Reggae, Ska, Latin und Balkan-Sounds mit einem DIY-Geist und beweisen, dass Sozialkritik und Rebellion gute Stimmung bringen können."

“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.

03/11/2024 - 15:15

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!

01/11/2024 - 15:15

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! 

25/10/2024 - 15:00
“...een ongecompliceerde mix van rock, zigeunerklanken, free jazz, hiphop en pure folklore.”

“...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.

23/10/2024 - 15:45
"Das belgische Musikkollektiv ist zurück, mit einer mitreissenden Musik und gesellschaftsrelevanten Texten. Musik zwischen Ska, Drum and Brass, Akkordeon Dub mit PunkAttitüden, Strassenmusiker Flair und vielem mehr, jagen sie ihre Musik in unsere Tanzbeine."

“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.

23/10/2024 - 15:00

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

21/10/2024 - 15:15
"... la démarche du collectif citoyen qui, entre cuivres en goguette, une section rythmique endiablée, des lignes d’accordéon dansantes et des tonnes d’énergie, défend la planète comme l’accueil de tous les sans-frontières. "

“...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.

 

11/10/2024 - 15:15

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!

09/10/2024 - 14:45
“Muziek zonder grenzen - dapper, origineel en onmiskenbaar Brussels."

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.