Jazz Sabbath

Jazz Sabbath is a wonderfully clever project led by UK pianist and arranger Adam Wakeman, the son of legendary Yes keyboardist Rick Wakeman. The concept is a hilarious and brilliant "what if" scenario: pretending that these are original jazz tunes written in 1968 by a pianist named Milton Keanes, which were then stolen and turned into heavy metal songs by a certain Birmingham band. In reality, it's a loving and expertly played reimagining of Black Sabbath's iconic riffs into swinging, piano-led jazz trio numbers.

The live shows and albums, like *Jazz Sabbath* and *Vol. 2*, are a delight for both jazz and metal fans, showcasing Adam Wakeman's impeccable chops and a great sense of humor. They brilliantly transform doom-laden anthems like "Iron Man" and "Paranoid" into sophisticated, upbeat cocktail lounge music, revealing the strong melodies and songcraft at the heart of Sabbath's work. It's a tribute that's both respectful and joyfully subversive.

Genres

Jazz

Progressive Rock

Jazz Fusion

Heavy Metal

Avant-garde Jazz

Experimental Jazz

Progressive Jazz

Instrumental Jazz

Piano Jazz

Jazz Metal

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Latest Release

Jazz Sabbath Live

Jazz Sabbath

Album - 11 Tracks - Released February 20, 2026