Stef Joosten - More Life (2025) [Hi-Res]

Stef Joosten is deeply captivated by the concept of freedom in music, which led him to explore the realms of improvised music. The spontaneity and creativity inherent in the genre keep his musical journey fresh, dynamic, and authentic.

His pursuit of musical exploration took him to the Fontys Academy of Music & Performing Arts in Tilburg and the Conservatorium van Amsterdam.

After years of working as a sideman and co-bandleader, Stef Joosten is excited to release his debut album More Life in October 2024. This album features duos with Anna Serierse (vocals), Koen Smits (trumpet), Prashant Samlal (guitar), and Jeroen van Vliet (piano). In these duo settings, Stef explores the intimate and introspective nature of the interactions, allowing his bass to take on less traditional roles.
The title More Life reflects Jonathan Safran Foer’s vision of making choices that enrich our lives, inviting listeners to explore a blend of introspection, hope, and subtle melancholy.

Stef Joosten Bass
Jeroen van Vliet Piano
Koen Smits Trumpet
Prashant Samlal Guitar
Anna Serierse Vocals

Tracklist:
1-1 Stef Joosten - More Life - Tides of Change
1-2 Stef Joosten - More Life - Colours of Winter
1-3 Stef Joosten - More Life - Criação
1-4 Stef Joosten - More Life - Space of Art
1-5 Stef Joosten - More Life - Remembrance
1-6 Stef Joosten - More Life - Seasonal Sketches
1-7 Stef Joosten - More Life - Wisteria
1-8 Stef Joosten - More Life - Meander
1-9 Stef Joosten - More Life - Solitudes
1-10 Stef Joosten - More Life - Colours of Spring
1-11 Stef Joosten - More Life - More Life
1-12 Stef Joosten - More Life - Tender Terra