Josef Kowalsky is a progressive fusion project led by Amsterdam-based bass player Marta Golka. They are one of the first artists on the Dutch music scene whose approach to fusion shows explicit influences from progessive metal, djent and math rock. In their music, gentle melodies and improvisational soundscaping combine with contrasting, complex rhythms and distinctive, heavy riffs, forming a unique musical mixture. Among their main inspirations are artists such as Animals as Leaders, Tigran Hamasyan or Shubh Saran. The name of the band was inspired by the main character of Franz Kafka’s iconic novel The Trial.
Josef Kowalsky released their debut EP Flares in October 2023 and a single Kelpie’s Dance in April 2024. The recording of the first was supported by Amsterdams Fonds voor de Kunst (Amsterdam Fund for the Arts) and a successful crowdfunding campaign. Both releases were positively received and appeared on several radio stations including a.o. Radio Nowy Świat (New World Radio) and Radio Opole.
Marc Alberto - sax, electronics
Filippos Gklinavos - guitar
Jorge Fernández - piano
Marta Golka - bass
Diego Miranda - drums
