Jorge Rossy is internationally recognized as one of the most influential drummers of his generation. His work as a sideman includes over 180 recordings with renowned jazz musicians such as Brad Mehldau, Ethan Iverson, Kevin Hays, Mark Turner, Chris Cheek, Seamus Blake, Joshua Redman, and Kurt Rosenwinkel. He has also toured with jazz greats like Charlie Haden, Wayne Shorter, Lee Konitz, Carla Bley, and Joe Lovano.
In addition to his drumming, Rossy is known for his distinctive voice on vibes, marimba, and piano, as well as his unique sound as a composer and bandleader. Since his first album, Jorge Rossy Trio Wicca (2006), he has recorded over 30 albums as a leader or co-leader, receiving critical acclaim from publications such as Jazz Times, Downbeat, and All About Jazz.
In 2015, Rossy made his debut as a vibes and marimba player with Stay There (Pirouet), leading a stellar band. He has since toured and recorded with various configurations of his band, the Jordi Rossy Vibes Quintet, and several co-led projects such as Passport Quartet, Rossy & Kanan Quartet, and Fox + Chris Cheek. His second vibes quintet album, Beyond Sunday (Jazz&People), was released in 2018, followed by his first vibes trio album, Puerta, on ECM in 2021.
Rossy’s bands have included top-tier musicians such as Jeff Ballard, Robert Landfermann, Joe Chambers, Al Foster, Adam Cruz, Billy Hart, Mark Turner, Joshua Redman, Chris Cheek, Mike Kanan, Kevin Hays, Doug Weiss, and many others. Together, they create a distinctive sound filled with intimate collaboration and deep musical connection.