Jazz Articles about Aksel Rønning

The Verge: The Verge

by Glenn Astarita
January 20, 2025

The Verge, a Scandinavian jazz-rock band from Norway, has carved a distinct niche with its self-titled debut album. Featuring Emil Storløkken Åse on guitar, Aksel Rønning on saxophone and flute, Alf Høines on bass guitar, and Ingvald André Vassbø on drums, this quartet delivers a compelling fusion of fiery jazz improvisation and rock influences that demands attention. The album commences with “Nessesse," a track that bursts through the speakers with a galloping beat and psychedelic tones. It creates ...