Monkey Mind

Confirming his status as one of the leading improvisers on the European scene, the Finnish trumpeter releases a new album featuring Kit Downes, Jasper Høiby, Olavi Louhivuori and co-produced by Tuomo Prättälä.

Renowned Finnish jazz trumpet player, Verneri Pohjola, is set to release his much-awaited album ‘Monkey Mind’ in November 2023. Collaborating with celebrated musicians Jasper Hoiby, Kit Downes, and Olavi Louhivuori. With an innovative style and dynamic playing, he effortlessly fuses traditional and modern elements to create a captivating and distinct sound, Monkey Mind will solidify his position as a premier artist in the European Jazz scene. Verneri's previous albums and electrifying live performances have garnered widespread acclaim, establishing him as one of the most talented jazz musicians of his generation - a vital album from a true European jazz virtuoso.