Benjamin Herman got his first saxophone at the age of twelve. At thirteen he was already playing on the professional club circuit. Within a few years he was appearing with different groups around the world and initiating projects of his own. His fame spread beyond jazz circles in the 1990s when he formed the groundbreaking ensemble New Cool Collective. Having made a name as soloist while still a teenager, Benjamin Herman has appeared on over a hundred records with all kinds of artists, from Candy Dulfer to Misha Mengelberg.

Herman has also built a career in Holland and abroad as a composer. With New Cool Collective as well as with his smaller bands, his gigs are inspired by dance floor jazz, surf and punk music, free jazz and traditional music from all over the world, attracting music fans of all genres as well as straight ahead jazz aficionados. At the same time he has explored in depth the repertoire of composers such a Byard, Monk and Mengelberg.

Inspired by Tokyo’s hyper-eclectic underground music scene, jazz saxophonist Benjamin Herman once again pushes the boundaries of his discography. With his new project The Tokyo Sessions, Herman - together with Thomas Pol (double bass) and Jimmi Jo Hueting (drums) - creates a sonic world where acoustic jazz merges with driving electronics and samples.

For the tour surrounding the new album, the trio will be joined by Japanese keyboardist BIGYUKI. His sound is entirely his own: a unique fusion of his Japanese roots and the vibrant New York scene in which he lives and works.

A few dates are still available for bookings during the May & July 2027 tour.