The Nu Jazz Duo

Nu Jazz Duo, featuring pianist Yusin Pokharel and drummer Vedaansh Khaneja, answers the question: what happens when a metal drummer meets a jazz pianist?

Through dynamic improvisation and musical storytelling, the duo explores the vast diaspora of jazz—from standards and fusion to Afro-Cuban and classical influences. Drawing inspiration from artists like Tigran Hamasyan, John Coltrane, and Miles Davis, they blend technical virtuosity with a shared passion for spontaneity. Reimagining jazz through a unique, conversational lens, curated especially for Depot48’s intimate setting, where improvisation and close listening take centre stage