corto.alto

Corto.alto, the project of Scottish composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist Liam Shortall, redefines the contours of contemporary jazz by blending it with electronica, hip‑hop and soul. Hailing from Glasgow, he quickly established himself as a key figure on the new British scene, driven by a free, hybrid and decidedly modern approach. His dense, organic compositions move between improvisation and electronic production, creating a distinctive groove where brass instruments converse with beats. Awarded at the Jazz FM Awards in 2025, corto.alto stands in the lineage of artists such as Alfa Mist, Nubya Garcia and Yussef Dayes, while asserting a singular identity rooted in sonic exploration and collective energy. Through his projects he explores the grey areas between club and concert, heritage and the future, building a universe that is both bold and deeply human.