Saxophonist and composer Yvonne Moriel is one of the most exciting new voices in Austria’s vibrant jazz scene. Her recent recognition with the Austrian Jazz Prize for Best Newcomer highlights her artistic depth and growing influence. Over the past two years, her quartet sweetlife has been captivating audiences and was selected as a New Austrian Sound of Music act for 2025/26 – which acknowledges their fresh perspective and valuable contribution to Austria’s dynamic and forward-looking jazz community.

The sound of sweetlife blends classic jazz elements with electronic soundscapes, complex rhythmic structures intertwine with dub effects. The instrumentation – saxophone, trumpet, synth bass/keys, and drums – presents a reimagined take on the classic, sophisticated jazz quintet.

Yvonne Moriel, trained in both classical and jazz music, is a stylistically versatile musician. With her highly individual musical voice and compelling original projects, she has drawn quite some attention. Names like Shake Stew, Seb Rochford, Christian Muthspiel, Christian Lillinger and many more pop up when you are looking at her musical activities. Since 2022, she has been developing a distinctive sound with sweetlife – one that questions traditional concepts and opens up new sonic spaces. Following the release of a first EP in 2024, their debut album is set to be released end of 2025, accompanied by an international tour including Europe, America and Asia.