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After Hours (Single) - Samuel Dubois | Out Now

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After Hours (Single) - Samuel Dubois | Out Now

Samuel Dubois and Aron Ottignon return with 'After Hours,' a chilled, cinematic electronic-jazz instrumental that blends ethereal steel drums and piano.

From the Bandstand to the World: Why Jackie Orszaczky’s ‘Live at the Rose’ Release Means Everything to Me

Jackie Orszaczky

From the Bandstand to the World: Why Jackie Orszaczky’s ‘Live at the Rose’ Release Means Everything to Me

Pianist Aron Ottignon pays tribute to late genius Jackie Orszaczky following the release of 'Live at the Rose'. Ottignon recalls choosing the stage over a conservatory to understudy two legendary bassists: funk maestro Orszaczky and jazz icon Jonathan Zwartz.

From the Vault: The XJAZZ Sessions (2017) – A Tribute to Risk-Taking

From the Vault: The XJAZZ Sessions (2017) – A Tribute to Risk-Taking

Why I sat on this footage for 9 years, the technical "impossible task" of the Team Aquatic trio, and why we must fight for the future of Berlin’s jazz scene.

Release: Aron Ottignon 'Morning Dew' (Official Video)

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Release: Aron Ottignon 'Morning Dew' (Official Video)

Official visual release for "Morning Dew," documented at a 14th-century chapel in Le Dorat. This launch coincides with the first Bandcamp Friday of 2026, where all proceeds directly fund the upcoming AROMA tour and Urban Trout residency program.

In Case You Missed the Dawn | AROMA

In Case You Missed the Dawn | AROMA

A deeper look at the spiritual fusion project currently catching ears from France Musique to Worldwide Festival.

News #15: After The Rain by Aroma - Out Now

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News #15: After The Rain by Aroma - Out Now

OUT NOW: 8:15 re-imagining of John Coltrane’s 'After The Rain' available to stream and digital purchase on Bandcamp!

News #14: Return Of The Dawn EP | Out Now

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News #14: Return Of The Dawn EP | Out Now

OUT NOW: Aron Ottignon's full EP, Return of the Dawn, is available to stream and purchase on Bandcamp! Support the music directly and grab your high-quality digital copy today.

AROMA'S FIRST NIGHT: Zig Zag Photos & The EP Countdown

AROMA'S FIRST NIGHT: Zig Zag Photos & The EP Countdown

Exclusive look inside! The Aron Ottignon Trio's sold-out Aroma debut at Zig Zag, featuring Nane Kahle, captured by Lena Ures. See the energy behind the music—the EP drops in 7 days!

Where Continents Meet Through Sound

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Where Continents Meet Through Sound

Urban Trout Records is a bridge between worlds. Founded by pianist Aron Ottignon, we create raw, collaborative music where jazz, electronic innovation, and cultural roots collide across continents.

News #13: New single from Aron Ottignon - Morning Dew out now

News #13: New single from Aron Ottignon - Morning Dew out now

Aron Ottignon returns with 'Morning Dew', a solo piano and synth piece introducing his new EP Return of the Dawn, out October 30 on Urban Trout Records.

Culture Tunnels — 20 Years On

Culture Tunnels — 20 Years On

Twenty years after its first release, Culture Tunnels by Aron Ottignon’s group Aronas still sounds alive and forward-looking. A document of the last independent jazz wave before the MP3 era changed everything.

First Preview · Return of the Dawn

First Preview · Return of the Dawn

A first behind-the-scenes look at Return of the Dawn, recorded in Berlin at Funkhaus.

A new chapter: Return of the Dawn

A new chapter: Return of the Dawn

Return of the Dawn marks the beginning of Aroma, a new project from pianist and composer Aron Ottignon. A blend of piano, Osmose synth, and intimate sound design — the EP arrives October 23rd, with the first single Morning Dew out October 10th.

Notes from the island

Notes from the island

I’m writing this newsletter from Mauritius, where I’ve just arrived. It feels like the right moment to share a few updates with you. Piano sessions at Tricone Studios Last month I was recording piano for my new EP at Tricone Studios in Berlin. They have a beautiful Bösendorfer

🎧 Aroma is coming.

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🎧 Aroma is coming.

We’re starting to share the first glimpses of the project — live sessions, demos, and textures in progress. The debut EP will be released in later in 2025, with a full album planned for 2026. This marks the beginning of something special. We're now building the team around

Ore Yèyé O — 5 Years of Global Rhythm with ÌFÉ

Ore Yèyé O — 5 Years of Global Rhythm with ÌFÉ

A jam session turned soulful single. 5 years ago, Aron Ottignon and ÌFÉ came together to create Ore Yèyé O — a hybrid of live percussion, electronic ritual, and joyful experimentation.

10 YEARS — Live at Funkhaus Berlin

10 YEARS — Live at Funkhaus Berlin

A decade ago, in 2015, we recorded Live at Funkhaus Berlin — a raw, one-take session with Aron Ottignon, Rodi Kirk, and Samuel Dubois. But this release is more than a live album — it was a moment. Rodi Kirk was instrumental in shaping the entire project, both musically and technically. Working

Aron & The Jeri Jeri Band

Aron & The Jeri Jeri Band

Aron & The Jeri Jeri Band is a global collaboration led by New Zealand pianist and producer Aron Ottignon, built in deep partnership with master percussionist Bakane Seck and the Jeri Jeri Band of Senegal. The project fuses traditional mbalax rhythms, electronic production, and spiritual chant with cross-continental remix culture

Aron Ottignon – The Nile (The London Sessions)

Aron Ottignon – The Nile (The London Sessions)

The Nile (The London Sessions) by Aron Ottignon Release: The Nile (The London Sessions) Artist: Aron Ottignon Released: October 10, 2024 Recorded: Livingston Studios, London – 2009 Label: Urban Trout Records Format: Digital Single 🎧 Listen / Buy on Bandcamp https://aronottignon.bandcamp.com/track/the-nile-the-london-sessions About the Release Originally recorded in one

ΔФЖΞ Live In Berlin – AЯON ØTTIИGON ΞXПΞЯIMΞNT

ΔФЖΞ Live In Berlin – AЯON ØTTIИGON ΞXПΞЯIMΞNT

ΔФЖΞ Live In Berlin by AЯON ØTTIИGON ΞXПΞЯIMΞNT Release: ΔФЖΞ Live In Berlin Artist: AЯON ØTTIИGON ΞXПΞЯIMΞNT Released: August 8, 2023 Label: Urban Trout Records Format: Digital Album (24-bit / 48kHz) 🎧 Listen / Buy on Bandcamp https://aronottignon.bandcamp.com/album/live-in-berlin About the Release ΔФЖΞ Live In Berlin is an immersive,

So Hold Still

So Hold Still by Aron Ottignon Release: So Hold Still Artist: Aron Ottignon Released: November 5, 2021 Label: Urban Trout Records Format: Digital EP 🎧 Listen / Buy on Bandcamp https://aronottignon.bandcamp.com/album/so-hold-still About the Release Originally composed on a century-old piano in suburban Paris, So Hold Still captures

ÌFÉ – Ore Yèyé O

ÌFÉ – Ore Yèyé O

Ore Yèyé O - Aron Ottignon feat. ÌFÉ by Aron Ottignon, ÌFÉ Release: Ore Yèyé O Artists: Aron Ottignon feat. ÌFÉ Released: July 31, 2020 Label: Urban Trout Records Format: Digital EP 🎧 Listen / Buy on Bandcamp https://aronottignon.bandcamp.com/album/ore-y-y-o-aron-ottignon-feat-f About the Release Ore Yèyé O is a

I'm Moving On

Release: I’m Moving On Artists: Aron Ottignon & Myele Manzanza Released: April 17, 2020 Label: Urban Trout Records Format: Digital Single + Live Video 🎧 Listen / Buy on Bandcamp https://aronottignon.bandcamp.com/album/ottignon-manzanza-im-moving-on Ottignon & Manzanza - 'I'm Moving On' by Aron Ottignon, Myele Manzanza

Goanna Funk

Goanna Funk by Aron Ottignon Release: Goanna Funk Artist: Aron Ottignon Released: November 29, 2019 Label: Urban Trout Records Format: Digital EP 🎧 Listen / Buy on Bandcamp https://aronottignon.bandcamp.com/album/goanna-funk About the Release On Goanna Funk, Aron Ottignon lays down a polyrhythmic blueprint for jazz’s next phase

Starfish

Starfish by Aron Ottignon Release: Starfish Artist: Aron Ottignon Released: April 15, 2015 Label: Urban Trout Records Formats: Digital + 10" Vinyl 🎧 Listen / Buy on Bandcamp https://aronottignon.bandcamp.com/album/starfish 💿 Limited 10" Vinyl Available – Ships in 2 days Order Here About the Release A 6-track project fusing