Søren Bebe Trio | Gratitude | January 30, 2026
Recognized as one of Europe’s most lyrical and distinctive jazz pianists, Søren Bebe returns with his trio for their ninth studio album, Gratitude –
a deeply personal reflection on thankfulness, connection, and the beauty of life’s quiet moments.
Gratitude is set for release on January 30, 2026 via From Out Here Music.
Formed in 2007, the trio has evolved into a leading voice in Scandinavian jazz, drawing comparisons to Tord Gustavsen and Esbjörn Svensson for their melodic clarity, emotional depth, and contemplative Nordic sensibility. With more than 5.5 million streams of their previous album Here Now on Spotify alone, the group’s music continues to resonate across borders.
At its core, Gratitude is an expression of appreciation for the trio’s dedicated listeners, for the joy of creating music together, and for the simple gift of being able to do what they love. “It’s an album for our fans,” says Bebe. “We’re grateful to have people who connect with our music, write to us, and share how it’s touched their lives.”
That sense of sincerity runs through the album’s nine tracks, blending lyrical originals with heartfelt tributes to musical heroes. The trio’s version of Billy Joel’s “And So It Goes” captures the song’s quiet emotional power, while Abbey Lincoln’s “Throw It Away” nods to John Scofield, one of Bebe’s earliest influences. These interpretations sit naturally alongside introspective originals like Tystrup Sø, named after a lake near Bebe’s home in Sorø, Denmark.
Musically, Gratitude builds on the trio’s established sound: elegant, melodic, and steeped in Nordic atmosphere, while subtle new shades emerge through Bebe’s recent inspirations in Mette Henriette, Mats Eilertsen, and Harmen Fraanje. The result is a record that feels both grounded and expansive, understated yet emotionally rich.
Beyond the studio, the trio’s connection with their audience remains at the heart of their success. Their music features regularly on major Spotify and Apple Music jazz playlists, and they’ve performed at top festivals including London Jazz Festival, SXSW (USA), Hong Kong Jazz Festival, and Jarasum Jazz Festival in South Korea.
To celebrate the release, Søren Bebe Trio will embark on an extensive European tour, with concerts in Denmark, United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, France, and Romania.
Line up
Søren Bebe | Piano
Kasper Tagel | Bass
Knut Finsrud | Drums
Track Listing
Frostblad
Good Enough
Tystrup Sø
A Much Simpler Song
And So It Goes
Silent Listener
Chico
Throw It Away
Gratitude
PR Quotes
Jazz Journal (UK)
“Delicate and restorative, Gratitude is a genuine thank you to listeners from one of the finest trios working today“
Paris-move (FR)
“in a jazz landscape that is increasingly fragmented, their work stands as a reminder that beauty, subtlety, and emotional truth still matter”
Jazz.sk (SK)
“It has the power not only to lift the state of mind, but also to heal wounds”
JazzMania (BE)
“They follow one another, melancholic and gentle, and are best listened to at the end of the night, when the time comes to gently extinguish the lights.”
Lira (SE)
“mpeccably beautiful music”
Salt-peanuts (DK)
“I think Bebe has made some excellent, lyrical compositions, where his piano playing is impeccable”
La Habitacion del Jazz (ES)
“Gratitude” is a very beautiful album, which conveys tranquility, with many subtle nuances, where the silences have the same value as the sound, always with a strong emotional charge“
JazzHalo (BE)
“A sonic poetry unfolds, giving the impression that Chopin is present in spirit.”
Jazz Views (UK)
“The album moves at its own pace, trusting melody, touch, and a relaxed sense of timing. In the end, it plays like a conversation you’re glad you got to overhear.“
Jazz.in (JP)
“track 9, whose piano introduction expresses hope, is likely to become a representative live piece for the trio”
Musik Reviews (DE)
““It is presented seductively and thoughtfully and knows about the power of the breathing pause between the notes”“
JazzNu (NL)
“Bebe creates a delicate soundscape where introspection and beauty reign supreme”
Esensja (PL)
“for nostalgic beauty and enchanting melodies. For forty minutes of extraordinary subtlety and emotionality”
UK Vibe (UK)
“a beautiful, deeply human album, and a career high point for this wonderful trio”
The Jazz Man (UK)
“Bebe and his colleagues have distilled the essence of their music and have ‘polished the diamond’ to sparkling perfection”
Jazznyt (DK)
“Søren Bebe has the feeling of letting greatness fall quietly from the sky like light snowflakes and lets them land in the music”
Blue in Green (UK)
“The music is beautifully performed and affectionately calls to mind being inside on a deftly cold winter night whether with the company of another or the luxury of nostalgic introspection”
Orkester Journalen (SE)
“It’s easy to understand that the trio has remained together year after year and we can only hope that we can look forward to future albums in this style.“
Caravan Jazz (ES)
“an elegant and melodic jazz, imbued with Nordic atmospheres”
Mainly Piano (USA)
“Warm, soothing and deeply thoughtful, the gentle feelings and expression flow freely from one heart to another, again expressing more than words ever could“
Era Jazzu (PL)
“a deeply personal reflection on gratitude, connection, and the beauty of life’s quiet moments“
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