Clapper (DK)

New Danish jazz with beat scene chops. Hailing from Aarhus, Denmark, the quartet Clapper blended classic soul and fusion jazz with the wonk, swing, and groove of modern instrumental hip-hop. With a sound rooted equally in rhythmic precision and melodic freedom, the group became known for neck-snapping switch-ups, deep-pocket beats, and an intuitive sense of collective improvisation.

Since the release of their debut album On Tempo on December 8, 2023 via Super Bad Disco / HHV, Clapper accumulated more than 200,000 plays online and steadily built a reputation as one of the most vital voices on the Scandinavian jazz-adjacent scene. The album introduced a band equally comfortable with laid-back groove and high-energy fusion workouts, driven by strong themes and playful musicianship.

Clapper consists of Frederik Emil Bülow (drums), Adrian Christensen (bass), Jeppe Lavsen (guitar), and Malthe Jepsen (piano & Rhodes)—all well-known figures within the young Danish jazz movement. Beyond Clapper, the members are involved in a wide range of acclaimed projects including Abekejser, Hvalfugl, and İpek Yolu, contributing to the cross-pollination of jazz, beats, and contemporary instrumental music in Denmark.