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Jazzkaar is delighted to announce the headliner of the 2026 edition: for the first time ever, Estonia will welcome Jordan Rakei \u2014 the New Zealand\u2013born singer, songwriter and producer who has become a central figure in London\u2019s music scene, captivating millions of fans worldwide with his cinematic blend of soul and jazz. The concert will take place on 27 April at Alexela Concert Hall. Tickets go on sale on Tuesday, 16 December at 12:00, with a limited number of early-bird tickets with 40% discount. Read more and get tickets HERE!\u00a0<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

\u201cJordan Rakei is an artist whose music moves and mesmerises \u2014 his recognisable warm tone and the rich layers behind his elegant simplicity have brought him to some of the world\u2019s most important stages. Our Jazzkaar team has been hoping to bring him to Estonia for years, and after recently seeing him at North Sea Jazz, we are especially thrilled to finally announce Jordan Rakei as the headliner of Jazzkaar 2026,\u201d says Anne Erm, artistic director of Jazzkaar. This long-awaited dream for Estonian jazz fans is made possible thanks to the support of Viru Keskus.<\/span><\/p>\n

Jordan Rakei<\/b>\u2019s music weaves together soul, jazz, indie, r\u2019n\u2019b and electronic elements, forming a signature sound where his warm baritone meets intricate rhythms and profound lyrics. His work has been compared to that of Tom Misch, James Blake and Mount Kimbie. Among his best-known tracks are the melodically captivating Say Something<\/em>, Mind\u2019s Eye<\/em> and Wildfire<\/em>, which have secured his position on the international music stage. In 2024 he was also named the first-ever resident artist of the legendary Abbey Road Studios.<\/span><\/p>\n

To date, Rakei has released six albums, including <\/span>The Loop<\/span><\/i> (2024) and <\/span>Live From the Royal Albert Hall<\/span><\/i> (2025). His latest work moves beyond the digital minimalism of his home-studio years, offering listeners grand orchestrations and compelling choral arrangements. At the same time, his vocals remain at the heart of his imaginative sonic world \u2014 at moments soft and intimate, at others powerful and assured.<\/span><\/p>\n

At Jazzkaar, Jordan Rakei will perform as a trio, bringing to Tallinn a special and intimate concert format where his voice, keys and guitar intertwine with the poetry of bass and drums. The setup creates a space that is both powerful and delicate, highlighting the beauty and technical mastery of Rakei\u2019s music.<\/span><\/p>\n

The 37th Tallinn International Festival Jazzkaar 2026 will take place from 25 April to 2 May in Telliskivi Creative City, with additional concerts across Estonia. The full festival programme will be announced in early February.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ticket sales for Jordan Rakei\u2019s concert begin on 16 December at 12:00. A limited number of early-bird tickets will be available at a 40% discount. Young music fans aged 8\u201320 can purchase tickets at a 50% discount. Tickets and additional information are available at<\/span> www.jazzkaar.ee<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>
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The main partners of Jazzkaar are JURA, Jazz Pesulad and Eesti P\u00e4evaleht. Annual supporters include United Motors, Tallink and Nordic Hotel Forum. Jordan Rakei\u2019s concert is brought to Estonia in cooperation with Viru Keskus. The festival hub is supported by Telliskivi Creative City, Prike and Fotografiska Tallinn. Jazzkaar is supported by Seesam Insurance, aren.ee, Reval Caf\u00e9, Aktaprint, the Cultural Endowment of Estonia, UNESCO City of Music Tallinn, and Enterprise Estonia.<\/span><\/p>\n