Powerful sound, gripping grooves and dynamic interplay characterize the music of Nils Kugelmann. With the two equally talented and award-winning musicians of the young German jazz, they form the perfect combo. Their debut album "Stormy Beauty" is all about beauty, tension and passion. What emerges is music that wants to be heard - driven by palpable joy in playing, full trust in each other, the lightness of friendship and a powerful and driving bass sound that bears Nils Kugelmann's unmistakable signature. "More than a debut, Stormy Beauty sets the stage for three new voices to engage imaginations and, hopefully, enlighten futures. “ ALL ABOUT JAZZ (US)