Mathias Eick

The Profile

Mathias Eick is a Norwegian jazz trumpeter, composer, and multi-instrumentalist known for his lyrical tone, solo releases on ECM Records, and work with Jaga Jazzist.

Norwegian jazz trumpeter associated with ECM Records and Jaga Jazzist; acclaimed for albums including The Door, Skala, Midwest, Ravensburg, and When We Leave.

One glowing review praises Mathias Eick’s The Door as a soft, sumptuous jazz set with pop hues and zero studio trickery. The critic highlights Eick’s graceful trumpet tone and detailed interplay with piano and drums, spotlighting tracks like Stavanger, Cologne Blues, and October. Strong emphasis on atmosphere, melody, and restraint. Concludes with a bold, affectionate punchline.