On July 8, Marta Garrett, a singer and songwriter who moves between jazz, indie pop, and singer‑songwriter traditions, takes the stage. This year, Marta presents “Assanhado” (2026, The Changes Music), a project that explores Brazilian, North American, Portuguese, and Catalan sounds. The festival’s opening day also features confirmed performances by Gilberto Gil and Maria Luiza Jobim.

Brazilian singer and songwriter Maria Luiza Jobim makes her debut at Ageas Cooljazz on July 8. The artist presents her repertoire at the Hipódromo Manuel Possolo in Cascais, bringing a sound that navigates the softness of MPB with indie irreverence, wrapped in a jazz atmosphere. She introduced herself to the world with the album “Casa Branca” in 2019, showcasing early on her preference for a delicate sound. Her second album arrived in 2023, “Azul,” a work in which contemporary poetry earned a prominent place in Maria Luiza Jobim’s productions. A descendant of one of the greatest legacies in the history of Brazilian music, Maria Luiza Jobim makes her solo debut at Ageas Cooljazz on July 8.

One of the highlights of 2026's Ageas Cooljazz is the announcement of the eighth night, adding a day to the festival's usual 7. For such a special moment, a performance by a world icon is confirmed: Gilberto Gil. On July 8th, the Hipódromo Manuel Possolo will host the historic composer, instrumentalist, and central figure of Brazilian culture. At 86 years old and with a career spanning over 50 years, Gilberto Gil is one of the leading names in Brazilian music, having made a definitive contribution to the Tropicália movement. Throughout the years, the artist's work has highlighted messages about philosophy, religion, politics, romance and Brazilian daily life.

Armanda Santana, known by her stage name Groove Armanda, has always been driven by a deep passion for music. With an eclectic style, she’s become a familiar presence in Lisbon’s vibrant nightlife, bringing spontaneous and captivating energy to every performance. Her sets — ranging from indie to dance — reflect the wide array of musical influences that shape her sound.

Diogo Silva, Nuno Fulgêncio, and Rui Martins collectively form Bardino, who will make their debut at Ageas Cooljazz on July 14, the same night as David Byrne and Bia Maria. Their music results from an inventive blend of electronic music and jazz.

Portuguese artist Bia Maria makes her debut at Ageas Cooljazz on July 14th, in a special night where she performs by choice of headliner David Byrne. Bia Maria will present her latest album “Qualquer Um Pode Cantar”, a work in which she explores traditional folk singing, fado, and bossa nova, affirming a singular musical identity within the national landscape. With a sound that balances groundness and dreamy lyricism, Bia Maria, native from Ourém, debuted in 2019 with the EP “Mal Me Queres, Bem Te Quero”. This was followed by her first full-length album, “Traição” (2020), the EP “do Roberto” (2022), and in 2024, “Qualquer Um Pode Cantar”, a record featuring tracks such as “Marcha da Paridade” and “Roupa Velha”, further reinforcing influences that bridge fado, pop, bossa nova and traditional folk singing.

The artist will perform at the festival on July 14, 2026, in Cascais, at the Hipódromo Manuel Possolo, where he will present his new album “Who Is The Sky?” (September 2025), along with classics from his solo career and from Talking Heads.
David Byrne is an essential, multidisciplinary, and internationally acclaimed artist. He returns to Ageas Cooljazz for a new performance filled with the theatricality that has become his trademark.
In this new work, David Byrne once again brings celebration to the stage. The song “Everybody Laughs” is both contagious and thought-provoking, inviting the audience to reflect as a collective. This idea of shared experience is one of the central themes of the new album “Who Is The Sky?” (September 2025), which explores human connection, everyday life, and emotions such as hope across its twelve tracks.

Armanda Santana, known by her stage name Groove Armanda, has always been driven by a deep passion for music. With an eclectic style, she’s become a familiar presence in Lisbon’s vibrant nightlife, bringing spontaneous and captivating energy to every performance. Her sets — ranging from indie to dance — reflect the wide array of musical influences that shape her sound.

Singer and songwriter Marta Rodrigues makes her festival debut on July 15, sharing the day’s program with Loyle Carner and Ana Lua Caiano. With a versatile voice, Marta Rodrigues is recognized for her original work, which combines influences from contemporary jazz with Portuguese musical tradition.

Ana Lua Caiano’s musical fusion is the most distinctive characteristic of the Portuguese artist. The combination of electronic elements together with a vision of traditional Portuguese music provides the sonic bed on which Ana Lua Caiano explores personal topics in the lyrics she sings. With a résumé that piles up awards and nominations – such as the “Critics’ Award” (Play Awards) and “Best Song” (Golden Globes) – builds part of the foundation supporting the evident success of an artist who performs alone on stage, accompanied only by synthesizers, drum machines, and organic elements from Portuguese tradition.

The English artist makes his debut at Ageas Cooljazz in 2026. On July 15, 2026, in a journey between rap and jazz, Loyle Carner presents a narrative based on personal themes, where he reflects on experiences and emotions. He takes the Ageas Cooljazz stage for the first time on July 15, 2026, at the Manuel Possolo Hippodrome in Cascais.

In his career, he has already collaborated with artists such as Jordan Rakei, Jorja Smith, Sampha, ENNY and Tom Misch, among others. He has nearly 3 million monthly listeners on the popular platform Spotify and gathers millions of views across various digital platforms. He has been nominated for the Mercury Prize and the Brit Awards.

Armanda Santana, known by her stage name Groove Armanda, has always been driven by a deep passion for music. With an eclectic style, she’s become a familiar presence in Lisbon’s vibrant nightlife, bringing spontaneous and captivating energy to every performance. Her sets — ranging from indie to dance — reflect the wide array of musical influences that shape her sound.

Maria Carvalho & Bruno Ponte perform for the first time on the Cascais Jazz Sessions by Smooth FM stage on July 18. On the same day that Jamiroquai and Moullinex appear on the Ageas stage, the duo presents a musical journey through diverse rhythms, marked by an open approach to improvisation.

Luís Clara Gomes is Moullinex. Producer, DJ and multi-instrumentalist. Despite the numerous solo and duo projects he has released, at Ageas Cooljazz, Moullinex is preparing a special DJ set inspired by disco. Moullinex navigates between music production studios and dance floors, bringing to Ageas Cooljazz a selection inspired by disco and its variations, turning the festival grounds into an open-air dance floor.

Founded by Jason "Jay" Kay in the 1990s, Jamiroquai were responsible for the “future funk” movement and the beginnings of the London acid jazz scene. Inspired by Stevie Wonder, Jamiroquai blended jazz with electronic music, funk, soul, and disco. The result is a career filled with hits that dominated dance floors for decades, with tracks like “Virtual Insanity”, “Cosmic Girl”, “Little L” and “Seven Days In Sunny June”.
Over the years, the band has earned 15 Brit Award nominations, an Ivor Novello Award, a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Album, a Guinness World Record for the best-selling funk album of all time, and has sold more than 27 million albums worldwide.

Armanda Santana, known by her stage name Groove Armanda, has always been driven by a deep passion for music. With an eclectic style, she’s become a familiar presence in Lisbon’s vibrant nightlife, bringing spontaneous and captivating energy to every performance. Her sets — ranging from indie to dance — reflect the wide array of musical influences that shape her sound.

On July 22, the day when Diana Krall and Gisela Mabel return to the festival, the Nuno Tavares Quartet makes its debut on the Cascais Jazz Sessions by Smooth FM stage. “Escadas” is the quartet’s first album of original compositions, born from the intersection of jazz influences, ethnic music, and classical music.

Gisela Mabel is part of the history being written by Ageas Cooljazz. She debuted at the festival on the Cascais Jazz Sessions by Smooth FM stage in 2024, and her talent led to an invitation to join the festival’s main stage lineup. “Álbum de Retratos” is the name of her debut EP, which attracted many listeners to the talent of the pianist, composer and performer. Requests and awards come from all over, including the international award for Best Jazz Album at the SoloPiano Awards, as well as an invitation to join the compilation “Piano Day” (in 2025), which bears the seal of the German pianist and composer Nils Frahm.

The world icon of jazz is confirmed for Ageas Cooljazz 2026. Diana Krall performs on July 22, 2026, at the Hipódromo Manuel Possolo in Cascais.
Singer, pianist, and producer, Diana Krall is a key figure in the history of universal jazz. With an unmistakable voice, she quickly captivated both the public and the critics.
A native of Canada, her distinct musical approach immediately set Diana Krall apart through the uniqueness of her compositions and interpretations of the classics.
Her relationship with the festival is long-standing, and in 2026 it’s time to strengthen those ties once again.

Luís Oliveira is a DJ and a central figure in the Portuguese music scene. With an eclectic taste that spans multiple genres, he brings his passion for music to both the stage and the studio, where he also works as a music editor at Antena 3. His versatility and sharp curatorial sense make him a standout presence on the airwaves and at events like Ageas CoolJazz.

B£RLIM is a young saxophonist and composer who brings contemporary influences of Hip-Hop, House, Drum and Bass, and Funk to the forefront, emerging as one of the new voices in Portugal’s Acid Jazz scene. Blending Jazz Fusion with Dance Music, he delivers an engaging performance full of energy and emotion.
By his side is a talented band: José Amoreira on bass, Diogo Tristão on guitar, Pedro Lopes on keys, and Martim Correia on drums.

Filipe Andrade (bass), Manuel Figueiredo (keys), Manuel Granate (drums), Manuel Protásio (guitar) e Vasco Granate (vocals/guitar) formed the band BOMBAZINE in 2022, quickly earning a place in the national indie pop/rock scene. The following year, they released their debut EP “Grã-Matina” and the single “Tábua Rasa”, produced by João Sampayo. The band also released the singles “Cartago”, “Pouca Dura”, and “Continuar Assim”, all part of their first album “Samba Celta”, where they explore new textures and create a sound that defines their identity. Blending energy, groove, and chemistry, BOMBAZINE takes audiences on a constantly evolving musical journey.

The Scottish band will make their festival debut on July 25th, 2026. Franz Ferdinand will take the Ageas Cooljazz stage with their latest album, “The Human Fear” (January 2025), also bringing classics from a career spanning more than two decades. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Franz Ferdinand introduced themselves to the world through their irreverence. They navigate between styles such as indie, rock, dance and electronic, having released 9 albums. One of their hit singles, “Take Me Out”, from the album "Franz Ferdinand" (February 2024), immortalized the band, winning over audiences of all ages over the years.

Luís Oliveira is a DJ and a central figure in the Portuguese music scene. With an eclectic taste that spans multiple genres, he brings his passion for music to both the stage and the studio, where he also works as a music editor at Antena 3. His versatility and sharp curatorial sense make him a standout presence on the airwaves and at events like Ageas CoolJazz.

Isabel rato is a portuguese pianist, composer, arranger, and producer. She will perform on july 17th at the cascais jazz sessions by smooth fm stage in a quintet format, inviting the audience to explore portuguese music through jazz and improvisation. She has released three albums: vale das flores (2024), histórias do céu e da terra (2019), and para além da curva da estrada (2016). Isabel rato quinteto makes its debut at the ageas cooljazz.

Saint Caboclo began his career as a dj and producer in 2018. His dj-sets invite audiences to dance to sounds, from baile funk to jersey and house. In the summer of 2025, he released his first mixtape, “NSFW". The dj performs for the first time at Ageas Cooljazz, with a high-energy show, inviting the audience to dance to tropical rhythms blended with electronic influences. The night of July 29th marks Saint Caboclo’s debut at Ageas Cooljazz.

On July 29th, the band Scissor Sisters will make their debut on the Ageas Cooljazz stage with “The Kiki Continues”, performing all their hits. With a large fan base in Portugal, the band stands out for its irreverence through sounds such as disco and electronic pop/rock. The evening of July 29th will be a celebration of a musical legacy spanning over 20 years. With accolades and nominations at both the Grammys and the BRIT Awards, the Scissor Sisters collective maintains its narrative based on freedom and sexuality. For 20 years, the cult band has continued to celebrate life and invite audiences into its theatrical dance performances. Scissor Sisters bring their unmistakable identity to the Ageas Cooljazz stage next summer at the Hipódromo Manuel Possolo in Cascais.

Passionate about music and pushing the boundaries of sound, Rita Lig is an emerging artist from Porto known for her irreverence and creativity. Her productions take on an experimental approach, blending pop and electronic influences into a distinctive sonic identity.

Isabel rato is a portuguese pianist, composer, arranger, and producer. She will perform on july 17th at the cascais jazz sessions by smooth fm stage in a quintet format, inviting the audience to explore portuguese music through jazz and improvisation. She has released three albums: vale das flores (2024), histórias do céu e da terra (2019), and para além da curva da estrada (2016). Isabel rato quinteto makes its debut at the ageas cooljazz.

The festival’s final night features the debut of Portuguese artist Luís Severo at Ageas Cooljazz. On the same day (31 July), Chet Faker also performs at the festival for the first time, presenting his new album, released in February 2026, “A Love for Strangers”. A composer and musician, Luís Severo released his first album, “Cara d’Anjo”, in 2015, a work that immediately captivated the public. His second record arrived in 2017, “Luís Severo”, followed by “O Sol Voltou” (2019), reinforcing the artist as a key lyricist and composer within the new Portuguese music scene. At the end of 2023, he released songs such as “Cedo ou Tarde” and “Incerteza”. In his performances, driven by Luís Severo’s voice and guitar, the artist invites the audience on a journey of contemplation. Severo navigates between indie and folk sounds, enchanting listeners with stories sung in Portuguese.

Chet Faker will perform at the festival on July 31st, closing the 2026 edition. Nick Murphy is Chet Faker, who won over audiences in 2011 with his version of “No Diggity” (originally by Blackstreet). The artist will be taking the Ageas Cooljazz stage for the first time with his new album “A Love for Strangers” (scheduled for release on February 13th, 2026), for a night dedicated to jazz, soul, and R&B. Chet Faker entered the artistic world and immediately conquered it. From jazz to soul to electronic mixes, Chet Faker impacts through his voice, inviting the audience on an emotional journey at each concert through his intimate tone. Chet Faker's musical influences begin in jazz, with Chet Baker being one of his greatest references, to the point of inspiring his stage name. Other influences such as Bob Dylan and the Motown universe have led Chet Faker to have various references in his work, in terms of messages, rhythms, and ways of captivating the audience. The artist sings about passions, disappointments, loneliness, longing, and nostalgia, exposing what he feels.

Passionate about music and pushing the boundaries of sound, Rita Lig is an emerging artist from Porto known for her irreverence and creativity. Her productions take on an experimental approach, blending pop and electronic influences into a distinctive sonic identity.