British musical prodigy Jacob Collier is set to headline the BNI Java Jazz Festival 2025, bringing his genre-bending brilliance to Jakarta for a special performance on Friday, May 30 at JIEXPO Kemayoran.
First rising to fame through his YouTube uploads, Jacob’s debut album In My Room catapulted him into the global spotlight in 2016, earning him two Grammy Awards and setting the stage for a dazzling career filled with accolades and boundary-pushing collaborations.
In less than a decade, he has amassed seven Grammys and praise from musical giants like Hans Zimmer, who once described Jacob as “in the stratosphere” of musical talent — a fitting tribute to someone often hailed as the modern-day Mozart.
Known for blending jazz with everything from classical to electronic in ways that feel both intricate and accessible, Jacob’s upcoming set is expected to be one of the most anticipated highlights of the three-day festival.
With fellow headliners Tunde and Raye taking the stage on Saturday and Sunday respectively, and a stellar lineup of Indonesian acts alongside them, Java Jazz 2025 promises to be a celebration of musical mastery across borders and generations.
