Leaning In

Linus Eppinger

Linus Eppinger is a young guitarist, who with his soulful sound, unstoppable energy and quirky sense of humor has established himself as an important part of the Amsterdam Jazz scene. “Leaning In” in is his recording debut and shows all of these qualities at full display, supported by the A-class rhythm section consisting of Doug Weiss on bass, Jorge Rossy on drums and Nicolai Daneck on piano.

Press Quotes:
“Relaxed and confident enough never to play an unwanted note, he sails through each song with
effortless superiority” – Simon Adams, Jazz Journal (UK)

“Op Leaning In laat Eppinger een muzikale rijpheid horen die ongekend is voor een jeugdige muzikant.” – Jazzism (NL)

“(…) structured with great maturity, “Leaning In” is one of those albums that provides undeniable pleasure from the first listen.” – Jazzmania (BE)

“A friendly, generous and entertaining young guitarist who has the courage to walk on the path he believes in and has a first story that deserves appreciation” – Burak Sülünbaz, Dark Blue Notes (TR)

Bezetting

Linus Eppinger – guitar
Nicolai Daneck – piano
Doug Weiss – bass
Jorge Rossy – drums

Recorded at Het Zonnehuis Amsterdam, on 14th and 15th June 2021
Recording and mixing by Ruben Kieftenbelt
Mastering by Wessel Oltheten
Cover Photo by Antonio Porcar Cano
Additional Photos by Anisa Xhomaqi
Liner notes by Sam Braysher
Executive Producer Jordi Pujol