Abisko Lights is a Berlin-based ensemble that fuses jazz, chamber music, pop, and world music elements.
Their name references Abisko, a small town in Swedish Lapland, known for being a good place to observe the Northern Lights — symbolically connecting their music to evocative, atmospheric places. Their music often emphasizes melody, mood, and imagery over individual showmanship.
Their self-titled debut “Abisko Lights” was released in August 2017. Their second album, “Point Of View”, came out March 1, 2019. On Point Of View, all compositions are by Dirk Flatau. Tracks include Good Night Berlin, Assam Special Blend, Four Days in November, Point Of View, Abisko Lights, Fjäril, Crescent, Nocturne.
Their style blends composed and improvised elements. They draw influences from jazz and improvisation, chamber music textures, world / folk and oriental flavors, and minimalist / ambient soundscapes,
The mood is often reflective and cinematic — music that evokes landscapes and internal journeys.