In 2023, the Copenhagen Jazz Festival presented a stellar line-up of headlining musicians. Seu Jorge, a Brazilian singer-songwriter who mesmerized the audience with his deep voice and impressive guitar talents, was one of them. The crowd was in amazement as the famous Gilberto Gil, recognized for his groundbreaking work in Tropicalismo, gave a stirring performance.
Other prominent performers were Grammy-winning singer Gregory Porter, R&B legend Gladys Knight, jazz piano prodigy Herbie Hancock, and hip-hop group The Roots. Melody Gardot, Jeff Beck, Tomatito, and Fatoumata Diawara, a Malian singer-songwriter, all performed on stage while bringing their own distinctive sounds and styles to the festival.
This year's edition of the Copenhagen Jazz Festival continued the festival's tradition of having a varied and diversified roster. The festival included the top modern music, including jazz, hip-hop, and world music. The festival attracted music enthusiasts from all around the world and included over 1300 concerts throughout the city, making it a truly remarkable event.