Stefan Pasborg (born 6 December 1974 in Copenhagen) is a Danish drummer, composer and bandleader who has shaped the European jazz scene since the mid-1990s. He co-founded the record label ILK Music and the organ-funk orchestra Ibrahim Electric, and has performed in over 40 countries across five continents. A three-time Danish Music Awards Jazz winner, he has collaborated with artists including Miroslav Vitous, Tomasz Stanko and John Tchicai.
The album 'Dear Alex' (Stunt Records, May 2025) - a tribute to Pasborg's late godfather and drummer Alex Riel - received a glowing review in Jazz Views in August 2025.
Stefan Pasborg Triiio released 'Dear Alex' on May 30, 2025 on Stunt Records as a personal tribute to Alex Riel, who died on June 9, 2024.
Stefan Pasborg Trio with Carsten Dahl and Fredrik Lundin is booked for Musikhuset Dexter on October 31, 2025.
Stefan Pasborg performed with Carsten Dahl and Fredrik Lundin at Hotel Cecil in Copenhagen on April 6, 2025.
Stefan Pasborg Triiio debuted with a self-titled album on February 2, 2024, recorded at The Village Recording in Copenhagen.
Legendary Danish drummer Stefan Pasborg brings his project INSIDE STRAIGHT back to La Fontaine, the venue where he performed regularly during the 1990s and 2000s.
Nordic jazz guitarist Krister Jonsson performs with Thomas Fonnesbæk and Stefan Pasborg at La Fontaine.
Two musicians from Ibrahim Electric deliver an energetic night of grooves and improvisation at La Fontaine.
Danish instrumental trio blending funk, surf, afrobeat, jazz, and soul into high-energy performances. Cult favourites across Europe with two decades of touring experience.