Mats Gustafsson is a Swedish free jazz saxophonist renowned for his innovative and boundary-pushing approach to music. Born in Umeå in 1964, Gustafsson has carved out a unique niche in the global jazz scene with his extended saxophone techniques and fiery improvisational style. He is a prolific performer, having played over 1800 concerts, and a dedicated composer, working with various groups such as The Thing, FIRE!, and Gush. Gustafsson's music spans genres including avant-garde, noise rock, and experimental, making him one of the most prominent and unique European free-jazz saxophonists of the early 21st century. Beyond his musical prowess, Gustafsson is also known for his multifaceted talents as a record producer, concert producer, and mentor, contributing extensively to the Scandinavian and international jazz communities.