Rank is Food. Rank is Music. Rank is Zurich.
Once the very first strip club in Switzerland, today a restaurant, jazz club, and cultural venue.
Indie - Swatka City is not just a band; it’s an imaginary place full of colors and stories. Since their founding in 2009, the group led by David Nydegger has constantly evolved and reinvented itself – always with the unmistakable signature of creating urgent and multifaceted pop music. Their rich sound invites listeners into a world where synthesizers, analog tones, and atmospheric guitars blend seamlessly into a unique whole.
With three albums under their belt, including the acclaimed Off Season (2019), and nearly 15 years of history, Swatka City stands for continuous sonic experimentation and musical evolution. With their latest album, The Floating Island, they grace the Rank stage, presenting songs that are as intricate as they are powerful. On stage, they deliver a captivating energy, seamlessly blending new tracks with their well-established repertoire – subtle yet forceful, and always unforgettable.
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David Nydegger – Vocals, Synthesizer
Matthias Nydegger – Guitar
Philipp Schlotter – Keyboard, Synthesizer
Maja Nydegger – Bass
Joder von Rotz – Drums
Jazz - The Matthieu Mazué Trio effortlessly combines structural sophistication with emotional depth. With their latest album We Stay Still, they merge tradition and innovation into a vibrant soundscape that is both contemplative and refreshingly modern. The compositions tell stories that bring vivid images to life, pushing the boundaries of the classic piano trio. Poetry and powerful sonic landscapes intertwine to create a musical journey that resonates deeply.
Since 2019, the trio—winners of the prestigious ZKB Jazz Prize in 2021 and the Jazz Beet Competition—has been captivating the European jazz scene. “Fresh, young, and surprisingly mature,” writes Die Zeit. Pianist Matthieu Mazué, supported by Xaver Rüegg on double bass and Michael Cina on drums, redefines contemporary jazz with his unique signature style – intense, moving, and full of dynamic energy.
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Matthieu Mazué – piano
Xaver Rüegg – double bass
Michael Cina – drums
Late Night – The first chapter of what will soon be a legendary series. Beats, drinks, and simply the best time ever. The aquarium at the back of Rank shows what it’s made of and transforms into a club. Ruther, Lana, and Miss C-Line drop the tracks, while the Rank Bar fills the glasses.
The Zurich/Basel combo, consisting of MISS C-LINE (Rap, Vocals & FX), François Lana (Synth & Sampler), and Jonas Ruther (Drums), turns the Rank Aquarium into a club. Intense, driving, somewhere between Wu-Tang and Massive Attack. Their music blends influences from rap, jazz, and beat culture, combining them with collective improvisations and complex, psychedelic sound structures. Three strong personalities merge into a unique sound that makes every live performance a captivating experience.
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From 11:00 PM. In the Aquarium (Backroom of Rank, entrance via side alley).
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MISS C-LINE - Rap, Vocals & FX
François Lana - Synth & Sampler
Jonas Ruther - Drums
Jazz - With his third solo album Southern Return, guitarist and composer Dimitri Howald crafts a sonic world where tropical expansiveness and melancholic intimacy seamlessly merge. Brazilian Tropicalismo, intricate jazz guitar, and wave-inspired elements blend into a deeply personal musical language. Dreamy harmonies and analog synth sounds evoke a bittersweet saudade – a longing for the familiar within the unknown.
Recognized as one of the most exciting guitarists on the Swiss jazz scene, Dimitri Howald has gained international acclaim with his previous albums and projects. At Rank, he will perform alongside the Amnis Band. With guitar, vocals, synthesizers, and rhythmic precision, the quartet propels these multifaceted compositions into new dimensions. Balancing delicate melancholy with powerful climaxes, they create vibrant contrasts that preserve the intimate core of the music while unfolding a captivating dynamism. At Rank, they will not only perform his latest compositions but also play music from his recent albums "Industrial Plants" and "Amnis Alsace."
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Dimitri Howald – guitar, vocals
Stefan Schischkanov – guitar, vocals, synthesizer
Antonio Schiavano – bass
Flo Reichle – drums, MPC
Folk / Vesper 3 Special - The Alehouse Boys, led by Bjarte Eike and Barokksolistene, offer a unique musical experience that brings the vibrant world of 17th-century English taverns into the present. Purcell overtures, rousing shanties, and lively folk tunes merge with improvisation, humor, and baroque virtuosity to create an extraordinary performance. With their unconventional joy in playing and close interaction with the audience, the musicians break the boundaries of traditional concert formats, creating a space where music comes vividly alive.
This concert is part of Vesper III – Vespri italiani, the 42nd Festival for Early Music Zurich, organized by FORUM ALTE MUSIK ZÜRICH, an association that has been creating a platform for early music at the highest level for over 30 years. For the festival, this performance offers a rare opportunity to experience such an unconventional yet historically inspired program in an unusual setting – a unique highlight for all those looking to rediscover early music in a new light.
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