Brazzmatazz Drops Steampunk Anthem “Clockwork Concerto” from Upcoming Album Crank Up the Pressure

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Brazzmatazz Drops Steampunk Anthem “Clockwork Concerto” from Upcoming Album Crank Up the Pressure
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Brazzmatazz is an 18-piece steampunk brass band from Ghent, Belgium, fusing theatrical showmanship with unbridled musical energy. Their sound is a bold blend of New Orleans grooves, Balkan brass, funk, drum & bass, and driving beats—an explosive mix that defines their signature brass band bangers: high-energy, danceable tracks that set every crowd in motion.

Renowned for their colorful, costume-filled live shows, Brazzmatazz delivers far more than just a concert. Each performance is a steampunk spectacle—a vibrant fusion of music, theater, and immersive storytelling that transforms any stage into a world of sound and steam.

Over the years, the band has toured extensively across Europe, lighting up major festivals and venues such as Boomtown Fair (UK), Gentse Feesten, Dranouter, Bozar, Vooruit, and DeSingel, while also performing in Croatia, the Basque Country, the Netherlands, France, and Luxembourg. Beyond their explosive performances, Brazzmatazz has even expanded their universe into print, releasing a book that deepens the lore of their imaginative steampunk world.

In 2026, Brazzmatazz will release their third studio album, Crank Up The Pressurea record that pushes their trademark sound and energy to exhilarating new heights. With it, the band cements their place as the ultimate purveyors of fiery, celebratory brass music ready to ignite stages across the globe.
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​About “Clockwork Concerto”
​Brazzmatazz’s new single, “Clockwork Concerto,” offers a thrilling preview of Crank Up The Pressure (out in 2026). True to their reputation, the band delivers an irresistible blend of groove, precision, and power a track built to move bodies and lift spirits.

Driven by commanding brass riffs and infectious rhythms, soloists Bartas Boots and Miro Demol lead listeners through a dynamic musical journey full of twists, turns, and tension that snaps into release like a perfectly tuned machine.

The accompanying music video gives fans a rare behind-the-scenes look: from the chaos of setup and the donning of vibrant costumes to the final soundcheck—and that electric surge as the band bursts onto the stage. It’s a fast-paced, high-voltage glimpse into the heart of the Brazzmatazz experience.
With “Clockwork Concerto,” Brazzmatazz reaffirms why they’re Europe’s go-to band for festive, hard-hitting brass music.
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So buckle up the gears are turning, and this is just the beginning.

Single Credits
Written and arranged by: Sanne Werkers
Produced by: Sanne Werkers
Recorded, mixed and co-produced by: Geert De Waegeneer at BOMA studio
Mastered by: Jonas Nyaarrr at Go To Eleven
Cover design by: Maarten Vanhoucke (Houckov)

Performed by Brazzmatazz:
Sanne Werkers – musical director
Dylan Meersman – trumpet
Leen Bervoets – trumpet
Miro Demol – trumpet
Pieter Verraes – trombone
Jasper Braeckman – trombone
Kwinten Van De Keere – alto sax
Bartas Boots – alto sax
Dorus Uijt De Willigen – tenor sax
Stein Nuyts – tenor sax
Mathias Van Severen – baritone sax
Joris Meys – baritone sax
Wim Michels – bass tuba
Joël Dockx – bass tuba
Klaas De Koninck – snaredrum
Jonathan Glorie – bassdrum
Emiliano Della Giovanni – percussion
Solos: Bartas Boots and Miro Demol
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Published under Creative Commons, Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
Released under Den Hoed Music Records – October 10, 2025
Catalog: DHM Records – DHM-000016

Video Credits
Edited and produced by: Inge Timmerman at De Mutz VZW

For more on Brazzmatazz and their upcoming album Crank Up The Pressure, visit:
www.brazzmatazz.be