Jesper Bodilsen (born 5 January 1970 in Haslev, Denmark) is a Danish jazz double bassist, composer and producer widely regarded as one of Europe's leading bassists. A student of Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen, he has collaborated with artists including Stefano Bollani, Ed Thigpen, Brad Mehldau and Gregory Porter, contributing to more than 100 recordings - several on ECM Records. In 2021 he founded his own label, Mingus Records, and holds a teaching post at the Royal Academy of Music in Aarhus.
Bodilsen released the duo album 'Without Even A Thread Of Clothing' with Swedish pianist Lars Jansson on Mingus Records.
The album 'Tivoli' with Max Ionata Special Edition - produced by Bodilsen and released on Mingus Records - came out on December 12, 2025.
Gunde-Bodilsen-Lund released 'Silent Moods' on April 18, 2025 on Mingus Records - the trio's fourth studio album.
Gunde-Bodilsen-Lund released the single 'The Dawning Light' on March 7, 2025 on Mingus Records.
Bodilsen performed with his Chinese concert project 'The China Concerts' - released as a live album in 2025.
A seated jazz tribute to Nat King Cole featuring saxophonist Benjamin Koppel and vocalist Søren Sko performing classics with warmth and personal interpretation.
Jesper Bodilsen performs a concert at Café støj in Aarhus.
Jazz quintet led by pianist Mads Granum, featuring vocals, saxophone, bass, and drums.
Acoustic Lounge is a jazz orchestra built around world percussion, featuring strong soloists including bassist Jesper Bodilsen and saxophonist Gabor Bolla.
Veronica Mortensen performs a Christmas concert featuring classic holiday songs and selections from her own repertoire, accompanied by Henrik Gunde on piano and Jesper Bodilsen on bass.
