Gent Jazz Festival with Arooj Aftab and Ludovico Einaudi

Arooj Aftab, hailed as "the coolest rock star" by UNCUT, blends risk with nonconformity in her music. Her album "Night Reign" won Grammy nods, while her song "Mohabbat" secured a Grammy win. Featured on Obama's playlist, she's performed at Primavera, Glastonbury, and Coachella, and appeared on The Late Show and Jools Holland.

Ludovico Einaudi, born in Turin, is celebrated for his introspective, minimalist piano compositions with influences from rock, pop, and world music. Notable works include Le Onde, gold-certified in Italy, and his album Seven Days Walking, which set streaming records. Einaudi has composed acclaimed film scores and collaborated with artists like Ballaké Sissoko and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic. His 2013 piece In a Time Lapse and tracks like I Giorni resonated globally, reaching UK charts. Einaudi's music is hailed for its emotional depth and innovative fusion of classical and modern styles.