In the Wave Tickets

In the Wave is the creative project of Maxwell Ilyas Abbushi, a Raleigh, North Carolina–based pianist and songwriter with formal training in jazz composition and arranging from Berklee College of Music and North Carolina Central University. His music blends intimate, narrative-driven piano with jazz influences, delivering songs that feel like conversations set to melody. Independently releasing music, In the Wave showcases a refined, expressive voice that resonates with fans of thoughtful, character-driven songwriting.

Maxwell’s background includes a strong foundation in jazz and a commitment to craft. With a recent focus on solo piano-led arrangements and lyric-driven storytelling, In the Wave continues to grow with each release and live performance.

Discography highlights include the 2025 album in the wave, a ten-track collection released independently under the label notation: ℗ 2025 Maxwell Ilyas Abbushi. Notable singles from 2025, such as What Would We Do? and After the Battle (April 18, 2025), showcase the project’s evolving sound palette. The upcoming tour includes the album release show on June 13, 2025, at The Rialto Theatre in Raleigh, NC. For fans looking to explore a piano-driven, jazz-inflected singer-songwriter experience, In the Wave offers a compelling and intimate live and recorded catalog. Follow along via official channels for updates on tours and new releases.

Social media: follow on Instagram at @maxwell.ilyas. Official pages and profiles provide behind-the-scenes content, show announcements, and direct fan updates.