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Artist
Oddjob
12+ albums
AlljazzfunkSwedennu-jazz
about
ODDJOB was born in 2005 through a love of funk. Since then, their sound has evolved to incorporate a diverse range of influences. Rare groove, afrobeat, jazz, latin & caribbean carnival rhythms and a hint of flamenco have all been thrown into the mix. This heady world-funk brew is designed to help wipe away the worries of modern life. So put away that tax return, polish your dancing shoes and get ready! About Band members: Goran Kajfeš - trumpet Born in Stockholm, Sweden, Kajfeš’ parents are Croatian. Goran started playing trumpet at the age of 10, first concentrating on classical music but later deciding to focus on jazz. He studied from 1993-95 at the Rhythmic Music Conservatory in Copenhagen. Kajfeš has made two solo albums under his own name. The first one, Home, was released on EMI/Blue Note France. The album was highly successful and was nominated for a Swedish Grammy. On the tour connected with this project he shared the same stage with such well-known players as Nils Petter Molvær, Bugge Wesseltoft, and Wibutee. Goran’s second album, Headspin, won a Swedish Grammy for Best Jazz album of 2004. He has toured with his band Goran Kajfeš’ "Headspin" in Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Mexico, Germany, France, Morocco, Spain, etc. Kajfeš has performed and recorded with many well-known artists, including José Gonzáles, Eagle-Eye Cherry, Mando Diao, Stina Nordenstam, Robyn, Christian Kjellvander, Monica Zetterlund, The Tiny, Moneybrother, jazz musicians Lester Bowie a
