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Djabe

Djabe is Hungary's number-one jazz and world fusion band, formed in 1996. The name Djabe is influenced by the Akan word Djabe, which means freedom. The group composes its works in which jazz style is mixed with Hungarian and African music elements. The band has performed internationally at several festivals. Moreover, they worked with guitarists Steve Hackett and Ben Castle.

Djabe Personnel
  • Ferenc Kovács – trumpet, violin, vocals
  • Attila Égerházi – guitar, percussion
  • Zoltán Kovács – piano, keyboards
  • Tamás Barabás – bass guitar
  • Szilárd Banai – drums


The group composes its works in which jazz style is mixed with Hungarian and African music elements. The band has performed internationally at several festivals. Moreover, they worked with guitarist Steve Hackett and Ben Castle.

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