Off The Road (directed by Laurence Petit-Jouvet): Peter Kowald on the road in the US, a road movie.

Throughout three decades, Bill Laswell has been a constant innovator, fusing seemingly disparate genres into a whole new sound. Touching upon everything from worldbeat, funk, rock, hip-hop and jazz, there are no limits to his experimental approach. Among his many talents is his ability to bring together well-matched singers and players to create a distinct style that defies easy classification. His Soundstage episode embodies his unique approach, transcending any genre boundaries and delivering an engaging performance. From the World Beat of Tabla Beat Science, to the jazzy flavors of Pharoah Sanders backed by Material, it’s an exciting mix. Other surprises include a rocking Buckethead set that includes a little breakdancing and songs by Praxis. The show culminates with an all-star performance, funked up by Bootsy Collins.

Frank Cassenti, creator of Jazz à Porquerolles, passed away in December 2023. To pay tribute to him, the festival invites a top-flight line-up to the Var: With Naissam Jalal, Nguyên Lê, Marion Rampal and more.