Noé Codjia & Neïl Saïdi 5tet

With their collective, Zoot, Parisian musicians Noé Cadjia and Neil Saidi have established themselves as the standard-bearers of a vibrant hard bop scene, offering a vision of mainstream jazz that is both modern and warm. Their quintet perfectly embodies the spirit of the genre, drawing on the energy of its rich history to present a fresh, contemporary take on hard bop that remains firmly rooted in its origins. Remarkable soloists and inspired composers, Cadjia and Saidi have mastered the language of their glorious American predecessors with rare precision, reinventing it without a trace of nostalgia. A generous, committed and resolutely swinging band – one you simply must discover.