“It owes a lot to some of the epoch-defining fusion records, without feeling like a homage. It is more like a lost gem; If this were a recently uncovered ECM record from 1976, we would have been hearing all about it. As it is, we should be hearing all about it, because it is great.…The world may feel dystopian sometimes, but this record is full of warmth and hope.” by Andrew Hunter @ All About Jazz (USA)

“Through this record, the band listen and respond to each other with remarkable insight.”
“The balance of freedom and structure is commendable.”
Another excellent review on the prestigious All About Jazz (USA). Read it!

DISTOPIA  |  Miguel Ângelo trio (2025)

"One of the most creative recordings of the year" by Maurice Hogue @ One Man’s Jazz (Canada)

“Ângelo’s compositions are gateways to pure improvisation. The trio plays as one, carried by Miguel’s sonorous double bass, with Mário Costa — who is simply one of the best European drummers — providing a rhythmic foundation that is either delicate or intense, and Luís Ribeiro acting as a magnificent filter of the great guitarists of our time.” Listen here

DISTOPIA  |  Miguel Ângelo trio (2025)

«“Ângelo’s compositions make improvisation a natural extension of musical writing; the resulting sonic universe is powerful, free, and devoid of any pursuit of showmanship. There is always an impressive lyricism present.» by Eray Aytimur @ Milliyet Sanat (Turkey)

…Despite the title ‘Dystopia’, the album convinces the listener that it is possible to resist — both individually and collectively — and to live a pure musical existence… Discover this angelic music — as his surname suggests - Read the original text

DISTOPIA  |  Miguel Ângelo trio (2025)

«One of the best albums we’ll hear this year» — Sergio Cabanillas @ Universos Paralelos (Madrid, ES)

A Madrid-based radio show dedicated to Portuguese music, featuring DISTOPIA and highlighting Pilgrimage Vol. II by MAZAM. You can listen here.

DISTOPIA  |  Miguel Ângelo trio (2025)

«An album full of details that must be listened to with great attention... to be enjoyed from beginning to end — a true journey!» — Álvaro Costa @ Jornal 2, RTP2

Interview on Jornal 2 on RTP 2, with the great Álvaro Costa. You can watch it here.

DISTOPIA  |  Miguel Ângelo trio (2025)

05/09/2025 @ Braga
Pedro Neves 4tet

04/10/2025 @ Viana do Castelo
Joaquim Rodrigues, Plexus

10/10/2025 @ Braga
Miguel Ângelo Trio

10/01/2026 @ Lamego
Rui Fernandes 4teto

11/01/2026 @ Coimbra
Rui Fernandes

21/01/2026, 19H @ Liceu de Camões, Lisboa (Antena 2)
Miguel Ângelo Trio - DISTOPIA