OFFKEY reports back from the heart of Kreuzberg, where jazz wasn’t just played—it was lived, stretched, bent, and reimagined at XJAZZ! 2025. Over five days, the festival transformed Berlin into a humming epicenter of improvisation, resistance, and radical joy. From breakout debuts to soul-igniting jam sessions, we witnessed a city vibrating in rhythm with a global community of artists and listeners.
Looking for a musical companion on hot summer days. Our beloved Spotify playlist for the sunny season now comes with refreshing additions from the field of ambient, chillout electronica, 80s dream pop, jazz and other balearic pleasures. Get yourself a cold drink and give it a spin.
