Jazz Journal's New Release Picks
Jazz Journal spotlighted bassist Jon Henriksson's new album in its February/March 2026 review roundup New releases February-March 2026, H-K - Jazz Journal.
Henriksson's new album is titled "Shapeshifter" and was released on March 20, 2026, via April Records. It showcases his skills as a bassist and composer within the contemporary Scandinavian jazz scene. "Shapeshifter" emphasizes collective interplay and shifting forms, highlighting Henriksson's strong compositional voice. The core quartet features tenor saxophone, piano, double bass, and drums, with added guitar on three tracks and trombone on two. Henriksson has collaborated with notable artists such as Lars Jansson, Håkan Broström, and Erik Söderlind. His 2023 debut album, "Harmonia," was well-received, placing second in Orkesterjournalen's “Golden Album” readers' poll.
