Marijus Aleksa – drums
Paulius Kilbauskas – electronics
Dominykas Vyšniauskas – trumpet, trombone, keys
(crossover, electronic, modern)
EN:
“Vilnius XO” is a trio formed by drummer and music creator Marijus Aleksa, featuring electronic music creator and author of numerous film soundtracks Paulius Kilbauskas, and trumpeter and improviser Dominykas Vyšniauskas, who also plays trombone and keyboards in this project. Their music combines jazz, electronics, and improvisation into a lively, unexpected Vilnius soundscape.
During his distinguished international career, Marijus Aleksa has established himself as a true master of rhythm. As a sought-after bandleader, session musician and solo artist, he has appeared with Bill Laurance, Joe Armon Jones, Ashley Henry, Dennis Rollins, China Moses, Ben Marc, Anthony Joseph, Femi Temowo and Oscar Jerome. Marijus has released several solo albums, including the album "As They Are", which received exceptional support from Tom Ravenscroft, Jamz Supernova, Deb Grant, "Jazz FM", "NTS Radio", "KCRW", Andrew Jervis and others, as well as the intriguing solo drum and percussion album "Solo Live In Vilnius", which immerses listeners in a mesmerizing and engaging world of rhythm.
The Vilnius XO project is Marijus' latest creative work, successfully presented at the Vilnius Mama Jazz Festival in the spring of 2025.
The first 30 tickets are cheaper.
“Jazz Cellar 11” klubo dainyklos projektą iš dalies finansuoja Vilniaus miesto savivaldybė.
ENGLISH:
“"Vilnius XO" is a trio founded by drummer and composer Marijus Aleksa, joined by electronic music creator and film score composer Paulius Kilbauskas, and trumpet improviser Dominykas Vyšniauskas, who in this project also plays trombone and keyboards. Their music blends jazz, electronics, and improvisation into a living soundscape, full of surprises, echoing the spirit of Vilnius.
Throughout his distinguished international career, Marijus Aleksa has established himself as a true master of rhythm. As a sought-after band leader, session musician, and solo artist, he has already performed with Bill Laurance, Joe Armon Jones, Ashley Henry, Dennis Rollins, China Moses, Ben Marc, Anthony Joseph, Femi Temowo, and Oscar Jerome. Marijus has released several solo albums, including As They Are, which received exceptional support from Tom Ravenscroft, Jamz Supernova, Deb Grant, Jazz FM, NTS Radio, KCRW, Andrew Jervis, and others, as well as the intriguing solo drums and percussion album Solo Live In Vilnius, which immerses listeners in an enchanting and captivating world of rhythm.
His latest creative work, the project Vilnius XO, was successfully premiered at the Vilnius Mama Jazz Festival in the spring of 2025.
The first 30 tickets - at the cheapest price.
The Jazz Cellar 11 club’s “Dainykla” project is partially funded by the Vilnius City Municipality.