Jeremy Pelt Quintet

Jeremy Pelt has certainly never shied away from themed albums, so one might expect something cinematic from the enigmatically-titled Soundtrack. However, as Pelt himself explains, ‘I’ve certainly done plenty of concept albums, but in this case there’s nothing I’m on a soapbox about. It’s been a tough time for all of us, so let’s not worry about sending messages for a minute. Here we are, playing some songs and having some fun.’ Like on the album, his current quintet features vibes and piano.

Jeremy Pelt has become one of the preeminent trumpeters within the world of jazz, with a mighty sound that draws comparisons to legends such as Freddie Hubbard and Lee Morgan. Forging a bond with the Mingus Big Band very early on, as his career progressed, Pelt made name in many other ensembles such as the Roy Hargrove Big Band and The Village Vanguard Orchestra. In his own bands he makes every style contemporary, from swing and bop to soul- and rock-infused jazz.