XIDEA by Karolis Šarkus

Karolis Šarkus returns with his second album “XIDEA”.

XIDEA (noun) — a very spiritual person who often relies on intuition for decision making.

“XIDEA is a record born from fragments: unfinished sketches and voice memos stored deep in my phone and head. These were once just ideas, whispers of emotion without a voice. Over time, they began to pull at me, asking to be seen and heard. They are deeply personal, yet open. Melodic and raw. Spiritual, in its own way. XIDEA is me, seeking clarity in the tumult of ideas. If something in these sounds meets you, I’m grateful for the meeting!”
— Karolis Šarkus

In this album, Šarkus’s approach to writing music is clearly expressed. He blends modern jazz with influences from other genres — ranging from the atmospheric qualities of film music to the energy of rock. In the compositions, equal importance is placed on strong melodic lines and expressive, open solos. The music is not centered around the saxophone; instead, space is intentionally created for the other musicians to step forward and shine.

XIDEA is available digitally and as a limited-edition 180g vinyl.

Karolis Šarkus (28) is a Lithuanian jazz saxophonist, composer, and arranger shaping a bold contemporary jazz voice in Europe. His music blends lyrical melodies, modern harmony, and cinematic textures with emotional depth and strong narrative flow — rooted in jazz tradition, driven by exploration.

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