Samson Philipps
Biography Samson Philipps
Samson Philipps:
Samson Philipps consists of Philipp Bucholtz and Samuel Schmassmann—two friends with a shared vision: working with a stripped-down setup of keys and drums, they both contribute to a sound that transcends the mere sum of its parts, interlocking and fusing into a cohesive whole. The duo blends contemporary jazz with influences drawn from drum & bass, jungle, trip-hop, and ambient electronica to create an expansive, cinematic soundscape characterized by analog warmth, deep sub-bass frequencies, jazzy Rhodes lines, and electronically embellished drum patterns.
They proved just how well this blend resonates with audiences at the 2025 ZKB Jazzpreis Festival, where they took home the Audience Award. Now, they are set to celebrate the release of their latest album, *Once Upon a Now*—released on the Berlin-based label XJAZZ! Music—at Moods. Their goal: to firmly re-anchor jazz within the nightlife scene. For this reason, this Sunday concert is scheduled to take place slightly later than usual.
