Kongsberg Jazzfestival and Festivaler

Jazz fusion legend Billy Cobham, born in Panama and raised in NYC, is renowned for his dynamic drumming with Miles Davis and Mahavishnu Orchestra. He excelled as a bandleader post-Spectrum (1973), influencing rock and jazz with albums like Total Eclipse and Grammy-nominated Power Play. Known for electrifying live performances and global music influences, Cobham's career spans innovative solo projects and collaborations with icons like George Benson and Peter Gabriel.