20 years of Metonic Records: The story behind it
For two decades, a small label has been causing a sensation. Its success is rooted in a long history — and, above all, a name.
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Pongo: From the platform to the world stage
Pongo has overcome difficult circumstances in Lisbon to become a celebrated Afro-fusion artist. But it was not an easy path.
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Carte Blanche: Patrick Sommer
The Zurich bassist takes us on a journey into different corners of Swiss jazz.
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Afrorock with a clear message
Their band history is legendary. Now W.I.T.C.H. from Zambia are touring Europe with a new album and are making two concert stops in Switzerland.
MoreAdrian Younge: Jazz is dad, hip-hop is mom
This fall, Adrian Younge will come to Europe to present two of his life projects: his recently completed trilogy, Something About April, and a showcase of his Los Angeles-based label, Jazz Is Dead.
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In the Moods for Music
You can do a lot with 600 francs. You can go on a short trip, buy a bike - or treat yourself to a year of music at Moods with our subscription. But our subscription can do much more.
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Stefan Rusconi: Step by step
After a long crisis, Stefan Rusconi ventures back onto the stage and seeks a new, and for the first time, honest relationship with himself.
MoreGisela Horat Trio: What's behind "Live in Leipzig"
Gisela Horat talks about her new album and working together as a trio.
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Ace Ross wins the ZKB Jazz Prize 2025
Ace Ross impressed the jury with her performance at the final and won the most highly endowed prize for young Swiss jazz musicians.
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25.09.2025
NewsAce Ross win the ZKB Jazzprize 2025
23.09.2025
NewsZKB Jazz Prize Festival 2025: Here are the finalists!
Sustainability at Moods: what we do
How can we make our music business sustainable? Our sustainability officer provides information.
MoreZKB Jazz Prize 2025: Introducing the nominees
Get to know the six bands playing for the ZKB Jazz Prize!
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NewsZKB Jazz Award Festival 2025: these are the nominated bands
Sarah Buechi wins the Moods-Aïda Alliman Prize
The Moods-Aïda Alliman Prize, endowed with CHF 20,000, goes to the singer and composer Sarah Buechi.
MoreThe Solar Festival 2025 at Moods
The 2025 Amazon Edition of the Solar Festival will take place in Zurich from 24 to 28 July. Brazilian culture will be celebrated at various locations across the city. Moods will also be part of the festival.
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12.06.2025
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