Space Cartel Releases Stunning 13-Piece Live Performance Video

The transatlantic jazz-fusion collective's new video 'Something Often' showcases their expanded ensemble.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Space Cartel, a 13-piece transatlantic jazz-fusion collective, has released a live performance video for their track "Something Often" filmed at Conway Sound in Denver, Colorado. The video captures the group's layered sound in real-time, featuring the core members alongside new permanent members from London's Slate Quartet and Brixton Chamber Orchestra. The collective is also investing in their local communities, with trumpeter Phil Ortiz-Gonzales launching a music school initiative in Pueblo, Colorado.

Why it matters

Space Cartel's expanded ensemble and community-focused initiatives demonstrate the group's commitment to innovation and compassion within the jazz-fusion genre. The release of their live performance video 'Something Often' showcases their dynamic sound and highlights their growing influence across the transatlantic music scene.

The details

The 13-piece 'Something Often' live performance video was filmed by Geoff Velando and engineered by Ryan Conway and Stephen 'Eski' Edwards of Thievery Corporation. The session features Space Cartel's core members - Johnny Bosbyshell, Justin Neely, Ted Kleist, Matt McElwain, Karl Summers and Joe Lilly - alongside new permanent members Jenny Clare of Slate Quartet and Eliza Burkitt of Brixton Chamber Orchestra on violin. Rounding out the ensemble are percussionist Ian Maxwell, trumpeter Phil Ortiz-Gonzales, trombonist Jai Patel, violist Jess Kus and cellist Helen Erickson of the Longmont Symphony Orchestra.

  • The 'Something Often' live performance video was released on February 26, 2026.
  • Space Cartel's first live show with their fully expanded 13-piece lineup will take place on April 18, 2026 at ZOLA in Spokane, Washington.

The players

Space Cartel

A 13-piece transatlantic jazz-fusion collective bridging the Denver and London music scenes.

Phil Ortiz-Gonzales

Trumpeter for Space Cartel who recently launched a community music school initiative in Pueblo, Colorado.

Grupo Folklórico del Pueblo

A community organization in Pueblo, Colorado that is partnering with Phil Ortiz-Gonzales on the music school initiative.

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What’s next

Space Cartel's first live show with their fully expanded 13-piece lineup will take place on April 18, 2026 at ZOLA in Spokane, Washington.

The takeaway

Space Cartel's release of the 'Something Often' live performance video showcases their innovative and compassionate approach to jazz-fusion music. By expanding their ensemble and investing in local music education, the collective is demonstrating their commitment to both artistic excellence and community engagement.