“The title of the EP Synergy, draws inspiration from the idea that when talents and energies come together, they create something far more colorful, distinctive, and unique. I wanted to get together some of the most talented people around me and see what we can do together. To channel this collective energy into something different.”
VLADKO
THE RELEASE
A release as colourful as a late-night jazz jam, touching the depths of your soul with homage to the classic Soulquarians era, while channelling VLADKO’s jazz foundations and Bulgarian heritage.
Synergy brings together some of the most talented artists in the space, led by producer, trumpeter, and multi-instrumentalist VLADKO, who shines as a brilliant bandleader throughout.
The EP features powerful vocal performances by Lidia Ganeva, Bobo, and VOLEN, while Denis Popstoev, EVDN, RADO, Soulization, Nikolay Danev, Ivan Yordanov, Kiril Zafirov, Georgi Stoykov, and the exceptional Mihail Yosifov enrich the music with their instrumental mastery. Together, they shape the unique soundscape that defines Synergy.
“Gold Bag”, featuring Junior Eurovision winner Lidia Ganeva, traces the fragile thread of trust between two souls, tangled in the echoes of past loves that never fully let go.
“Nov” is the listener’s chance to explore the beauty of Bulgarian hip hop thanks to the stellar flow of one of the local scene’s finest, BOBO, and the lush vocals of VOLEN.
These 2 vocal gems are perfectly situated in a garden of jazz perfection, where VLADKO’s abilities truly shine – ranging from “Neon Beetle”‘s neon-y jazz funk fusion, all the way to “Free Walk” with its late-night futuristic jazz club energy.
THE ARTIST
VLADKO
Vladislav Michev stands as a luminary among Bulgaria’s contemporary musicians, showcasing his virtuosity on trombone, bass trumpet, flugelhorn, and a multitude of instruments. With a career spanning various genres including jazz, funk, and fusion, he has crafted an impressive legacy at a very young age.
- Featured on Spotify’s Fresh Finds: Jazz with his EVDN. collaboration track "WARRIOR" and Jazzy Beats
- Played on a number of stages across Europe with legends like Christian Elsässer, Philip Henzi, Alex Sipiagin, Richard Bona
- Music featured on Pandora's editorial stations Horizons: Tomorrow's Jazz & New Jazz Now
