With Deep Down South, trumpeter and singer Michael Varekamp explores the fringes of jazz and blues. Music inspired by the swampy southern regions of the United States, precisely where these genres originated and flourished. Louis Armstrong set the tone, Hank Williams was a big fan of Bessie Smith, and Doctor John created a whole new sound with the same ingredients. Gritty, captivating, and above all, swinging.

A roaring Hammond organ, a heart-wrenching guitar topped off with the rugged voice of the night.

 

Line Up:

Michael Varekamp Trompet/Vocals

Ben van den Dungen Tenorsax

Jerome Hol Gitaar

Bas van Lier Hammond B3

Harry Emmery Double bass

Erik Kooger Drums

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"A multi-talent with soul, daring, and a lot of passion," says saxophonist Candy Dulfer about singer-songwriter TOINE. Those who have been following TOINE for a while recognize this immediately. His concerts are filled with energy, emotion, and dedication to music. Although TOINE's songs clearly lean towards pop, he grew up with funk, blues, jazz, and soul, and that color palette is always evident in his music. Additionally, the songs are injected with deep grooves.

Armed with tight guitar skills, a soulful voice, and a sense of strong melodies, TOINE has made significant strides on various stages over the years. He performs with his band at important concert venues such as Paard van Troje, P60, and De Vorstin. TOINE also performs on the Keymusic Stage at the NN North Sea Jazz Festival. He has also been the opening act for big names like Robben Ford, Anderson.Paak, Matt Schofield, and Erwin Java. TOINE can be seen on TV in "De Beste Singer-Songwriter van Nederland" and "De Wereld Draait Door." Recently, the singer-songwriter reached the finals of the Grote Prijs van Nederland!

With extensive live experience, TOINE has developed into the unique music talent he is today. And now the time has come to release his own work. In October 2021, TOINE released his first single "I Can't Take It Back," which immediately became a success. With over half a million streams on Spotify, attention from top DJ Gerard Ekdom on Radio 10, and a spot in the TOP 50 of NPO Radio 2 Soul & Jazz, the single received a warm welcome. Jeroen Kijk in de Vegte of NPO Radio 2 is clear about it: "Funk with a capital F!" The success of "I Can't Take It Back" leads to a contract with the Amsterdam-based label Vokall Records. On June 10, 2022, he released his eponymous debut EP through Vokall, accompanied by a successful release show at Paard van Troje. In less than a year, the EP has garnered an impressive 3.8 million streams and 100,000 monthly listeners. The track "True Love" is played daily on Sublime FM and NPO 2. Thanks to the EP, TOINE signs a deal with the Dutch branch of the American music publishing company Warner Chappell. Currently, TOINE is working on his second EP and has a new single on the way.

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A swirling mix of Cuban timba, salsa, and jazz: Timbazo. Their first two albums were selected for a Grammy, and their upcoming release is set to make just as big of an impact. With a band comprising members from various nationalities, Timbazo has achieved success in numerous countries, as evidenced by enthusiastic reviews from Colombia, Mexico, the US, and of course, the Netherlands. Master percussionist Nils Fischer has assembled a top-notch lineup, featuring incredible salsa vocalists and a scorching brass section. "With a hopefully sultry summer ahead, this is by far the most varied and best Latin dance record of the moment," according to Oor Magazine.

 

Band members:

- Nils Fischer (congas)
- Daniel Montejo (vocals)
- Yurixán Sigarate (vocals)
- Marc Bischoff (piano)
- Samuel Ruiz (bass)
- Leonid Muñoz (drums, timbales)
- Danny Rombouts (bongos)
- Pablo Martinez (trombone)
- Frans Cornelissen (trombone)
- Loet van der Lee (trumpet)
- Joe Rivera (trumpet)

Known from appearances on DWDD, North Sea Jazz, Music Meeting, Bimhuis, Festival Mundial, and more.

 

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DJ Philippona will be performing for the full three days at this year's Summer Festival, and it's not without reason. As a true "record spinner," she remains adaptable, improvising in the moment, always serving the atmosphere of the live performances and the people in the square. With her highly developed sense of harmony, she strings together the most surprising tunes from her Jazz Lost and Found collection, creating a dazzling string of hidden treasures. She hinted at working with genre classifications that puzzle us, such as "Zweefmolen" (Carousel), "België" (Belgium), "Love boat," and "Mooi" (Beautiful). What we can determine, however, are sultry summer grooves and a timeless jazzy feel as a convincing common thread across diverse genres from all eras!

DJ Philippona has been spinning records on the Dutch jazz scene for quite some time, including at the renowned Bimhuis in Amsterdam, and boasting an impressive four performances at the North Sea Jazz Festival. She draws from various vintage genres: rhythm & blues, pure jazz, funk, disco, soul, and the wonderfully romantic vibes of the 1950s, smoothly interspersed with tracks from the 2000s and beyond, encompassing unadulterated R&B, dance, and jazzy hip-hop.

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Susan Malaika Bailey made her international debut at the end of 2018 in the play Greaseman by the Amsterdam theatre company 't Volksoperahuis. At Theatre Luna Blou, she scored high with her engaging acting style and pure voice. She was described as "the surprise of the show"; a talent we will undoubtedly hear and see more of. Her parental home was always filled with the sounds of different kinds of music, languages and the many powerful stories told by her father. Her talent developed into a balanced combination of acting & singing.

While completing her studies, her career took off. She played in various productions in Dutch theatres, at music festivals and on pop stages; with her own work and as a performing artist. In her own work Susan shows her vulnerability, inspired by stories that touch her; sometimes autobiographical and always universal.

Forró has recently begun to conquer Europe. Forró ("for all") originates from Northeast Brazil and is an exhilarating music and dance style that became immensely popular in the early 20th century.

This trio consists of three "global women," musicians currently residing in Rotterdam. Captivated by Brazilian poetry, music, and dance, singer and musician Martie lived and worked in Rio de Janeiro for seven years. She has uniquely embraced Brazilian culture and music, as acclaimed by the press and audiences. Elizabeth Fadel is an exceptional Brazilian multi-instrumentalist, proficient in both piano and accordion. Her passion for music from Northeast Brazil led them to start a new project in the Netherlands: Trio Forró pé-de-serra (accordion, zabumba, and triangle). Completing the trio is Lauriane Ghils, a Mexican/Flemish Latin percussionist who has earned her stripes and provides a solid foundation with her tremendous power.

Trio Forró das Flores has already achieved success at various festivals in Europe and has become an integral part of the Forró scene in the Netherlands.

An evening filled with forró, coco, xaxado, baião, xote, and arrasta-pé.

Martie: lead vocals, triangle, pífano (Brazilian flute) Elizabeth Fadel: accordion, vocals Lauriane Ghils: zabumba and percussion, vocals

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Get ready to be captivated by the spellbinding melodies and infectious rhythms of the "MB Big Band," a jazz orchestra based in Den Haag, Netherlands. Conceived by Lorenzo Mastrogregori and Jose Cervera Minguez, former students of the Royal Conservatory of Music, this band has evolved from a study project in 2017 into a beloved institution in the city. With performances at renowned venues and festivals like Cafe September, Regentenkamer, and Koorenhuis, they effortlessly blend original compositions and tribute arrangements.
Often they expand their lineup with special guest soloists such as Michael Varekamp, Eric Ineke, Rolf Delfos, TAMARAE. Now the resident Big Band at Musicon, they have mesmerized audiences at GMDH, Badass Jazz Fest, A Magical Night Out and Summertime Jazz before. 

 

Brace yourself for Summertime 2023, where the band will collaborate with the Dutch jazz legend Ben van den Dungen for an unforgettable evening of jazz, funk, and original arrangements. Prepare to be swept away by their undeniable talent and passion as they continue to leave their mark on the vibrant music scene in Den Haag and beyond.

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Daniel Patriasz y sus Amigos is a hard-grooving salsa band consisting of some of the most sought-after Latin musicians of the moment, with a pure Salsa Dura repertoire for the die-hard salsa dancers. However, there is also plenty to see and hear for someone who doesn't dance, thanks to this powerhouse lineup!

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After graduating cum laude from the Royal Conservatory in 1988, Ben van den Dungen received a scholarship for studies in New York (jazz), Cuba (Afro-Cuban music), Colombia (Latin music arrangement) and India. He has been working as a professional musician since 1982, has since performed more than 6,000 concerts in some 70 countries, and holds a teaching position at the Codarts Conservatory of Rotterdam among other endeavors. World music integrated with jazz music is his speciality. Ben is also curator of the Summertime Festival.

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DJ Philippona will be performing for the full three days at this year's Summer Festival, and it's not without reason. As a true "record spinner," she remains adaptable, improvising in the moment, always serving the atmosphere of the live performances and the people in the square. With her highly developed sense of harmony, she strings together the most surprising tunes from her Jazz Lost and Found collection, creating a dazzling string of hidden treasures. She hinted at working with genre classifications that puzzle us, such as "Zweefmolen" (Carousel), "België" (Belgium), "Love boat," and "Mooi" (Beautiful). What we can determine, however, are sultry summer grooves and a timeless jazzy feel as a convincing common thread across diverse genres from all eras!

DJ Philippona has been spinning records on the Dutch jazz scene for quite some time, including at the renowned Bimhuis in Amsterdam, and boasting an impressive three performances at the North Sea Jazz Festival. She draws from various vintage genres: rhythm & blues, pure jazz, funk, disco, soul, and the wonderfully romantic vibes of the 1950s, smoothly interspersed with tracks from the 2000s and beyond, encompassing unadulterated R&B, dance, and jazzy hip-hop.

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European Swing Quintet is a brand-new initiative by vibraphonist Frits Landesbergen and clarinetist David Lukacs. Both musicians have played in their careers with jazz greats such as Monty Alexander, Buddy Defranco, Dan Barret, and Scott Hamilton, to name a few.

The swing tradition will always remain a part of Frits and David's musical lives, as well as honoring the great legends of jazz music. During their joint travels, they became excited about forming a new swing band. During this Dutch Jazz Legends concert, the great jazz heroes of both musicians will be honored, in the lineup of the legendary "Hampton/Goodman band": vibraphone and clarinet, complemented by double bass, drums, and piano.

Frits Landesbergen – vibraphone Edwin Corzilius – double bass Gijs Dijkhuizen – drums David Lukacs – clarinet/saxophone Alexander Brott – guitar Jean Louis van Dam – piano

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Primos del Norte is a flamenco group founded in 2000 and consists of singer Erminia Fernández Córdoba, guitarist Arturo Ramón, and percussionist Udo Demandt.

Primos del Norte represents high-quality flamenco. Their repertoire consists of original compositions and arrangements of traditional flamenco. Their performances are characterized by nuanced music and explosive rhythmic expressiveness. Erminia Fernández Córdoba, with her beautiful voice, always manages to touch the audience deeply. They are the ambassadors of flamenco in the Netherlands and have become an integral part of the Dutch flamenco scene.

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Le Musketrio brings together three French individuals with different backgrounds. They like to call themselves the three musketeers of the music world, in the name of love, music, equality, freedom, and all the (almost) good things you can imagine. With the idea of reproducing the atmosphere of a boiler room or a nighttime DJ set, their music combines new world grooves, dance beats, and the warm sound of 1970s Fender Rhodes. Influenced by jazz, house, hip-hop, sprinkled with synthesizers, thick bass lines, and good vibes, their sound will get you dancing, just like their audience did in France and the Netherlands!

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Ripa na Tulipa is a Brazilian samba ensemble formed in 2020, dedicated to the research and performance of the traditional “roda de samba”. When the situation allows it, the musicians around a table play a repertoire that goes from the most rhythmic and danceable samba to the most nostalgic or melancholic. In the repertoire, the public can expect a showcase of some of the most notorious Samba composers and authors, and also original arrangements. Including students and alumni alike, Ripa Na Tulipa is a perfect reflection of the unique World Music course of Codarts University of the Arts, Rotterdam where the band members met. Coming to the Netherlands from various countries (Norway, Spain, Portugal and Brazil...), they found each other through their common interest in Brazilian music.

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Ben has been performing as a jazz musician since 1983 and did over the years around 6000 concerts in more then 70 country’s. Art Blakey once said that Jazz has to be “danceable and have the blues” and in many ways this could be Ben van den Dungen’s musical motto. Nothing pretentious, just swinging, right up to date and with a “happy feel”. These characteristics make Ben so undeniably 100% pure Jazz. Ben is also curator of the Summertime Festival.

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DJ Philippona will be performing for the full three days at this year's Summer Festival, and it's not without reason. As a true "record spinner," she remains adaptable, improvising in the moment, always serving the atmosphere of the live performances and the people in the square. With her highly developed sense of harmony, she strings together the most surprising tunes from her Jazz Lost and Found collection, creating a dazzling string of hidden treasures. She hinted at working with genre classifications that puzzle us, such as "Zweefmolen" (Carousel), "België" (Belgium), "Love boat," and "Mooi" (Beautiful). What we can determine, however, are sultry summer grooves and a timeless jazzy feel as a convincing common thread across diverse genres from all eras!

DJ Philippona has been spinning records on the Dutch jazz scene for quite some time, including at the renowned Bimhuis in Amsterdam, and boasting an impressive four performances at the North Sea Jazz Festival. She draws from various vintage genres: rhythm & blues, pure jazz, funk, disco, soul, and the wonderfully romantic vibes of the 1950s, smoothly interspersed with tracks from the 2000s and beyond, encompassing unadulterated R&B, dance, and jazzy hip-hop.