Cover photo for Red Light Jazz: afternoon concert with the Martin Diaz Quartet by Contra Amsterdam

Red Light Jazz: afternoon concert with the Martin Diaz Quartet

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Friday, Jun 5, 2026, 17:00 - 19:00

Contra Amsterdam

Martin Diaz stands among a select group of musicians who effortlessly bridge the often-contradictory poles between tradition and innovation. At the forefront of the saxophonists and composers of his generation, he has forged a unique artistic identity, expertly weaving jazz with a rich tapestry of musical influences. This project appears from the continuation of his first quintet, this time becoming a quartet where he stands as a leader of a great band formed by some of the best musicians in the Spanish and Dutch Jazz scene.

This band's music is directly influenced by and connected to various concepts from the world of psychoanalysis. The album title, as its central theme, presents "El Goce," a Lacanian term derived from the French word "jouissance," referring to a repeated subjective pleasure that transforms into something more akin to displeasure. With these concepts as a basis, the psychoanalysis serves as a framework for his writing and composition, shaping both the structure and emotional depth of the music. The interplay between desire, repetition, and the limits of pleasure manifests in the band's sound, creating a sonic experience that reflects the tension between fulfillment and frustration. By embracing these psychoanalytic themes, the album offers a complex and immersive journey that challenges listeners to engage with music on both an intellectual and visceral level.

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