Contemporary Jazz

Contemporary jazz is a dynamic, eclectic genre characterized by its blend of traditional jazz instrumentation and modern, experimental approaches. Emerging in the 1970s and 1980s, it draws from funk, soul, and electronic music, often incorporating complex rhythms, atmospheric soundscapes, and extended instrumental techniques. Marked by a shift away from traditional swing and bebop, contemporary jazz emphasizes creative freedom and improvisation, often featuring extended soloing and group interplay. This genre has been shaped by the cultural and social contexts of urban centers, reflecting the diversity and complexity of modern life. Its impact is evident in its influence on adjacent genres like acid jazz, nu-jazz, and jazztronica, as well as its appeal to a broad, younger audience. Notable for its boundary-pushing spirit and emphasis on collaboration, contemporary jazz continues to evolve, incorporating elements of hip-hop, R&B, and world music to create a rich, vibrant sound.

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Waking Dream
Album - 10 Tracks - Released August 22, 2025

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Aanya Martin
Adrian Planitz
Alan Goldsher
Aldo Zunino
Alec Taylor Trio
Alkis Siokis
Anders Mogensen
Andy Nevala
Armel Dupas Trio
Art Hirahara
Ben Williams
Bertram Kvist
Carl Winther
ChildNoah
Claudia Zannoni
Claus Waidtløw
Cole Peers trio
Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra
Copenhagen Jazzexperience
Craig Brann
Cécile McLorin Salvant
Dara Tucker
Dave Oakley trio
Dawn Clement
Dominik Schürmann trio
Drew Gress
Eero Savela
Emma Smith
Emmaline
Eric Siereveld's Organic Quintet
Fred Paci
Gonzalo Rubalcaba
Gustav Lundgren
Hadi Kazemi
Harry Lather
Hjorterud Allé
Howiewonder
Håkan Broström
Indra Trio
Iqua Colson
Jacob Christoffersen
Jacob Chung
Jacob Young
Jake Baldwin
Jakob Bro
Jazzdauren
Jazzonido
Jazzy A
JazzyHan
Jerry Weldon
Jimmy Greene
Joe Farnsworth
Johnny Åman
Josh Johnson
Josh Lawrence
Kai Craig
Karl-Erik Trio
Karl-Henrik Ousbäck
Karl-Martin Almqvist
Keith Tippett
Kristian Hart Trio
Kuf Knotz
Liquid Stella
London Jazz Composers Orchestra
Ludivine Issambourg
Léon Phal
Martin SjÖstedt
Massimo Faraò Trio
Mike Beating
Mike Pope
Mulo Francel
Nadav Remez
Nathan Kersey-Wilson
Nguyên Lê
Nick Colionne
Nick Finzer
Otmaro Ruiz
Paul Brown
Paul Quinichette
Paula Morelenbaum
Paulo Morello
Peter Calandra
Quinn Perry Trio
Rami Attallah
Randy Napoleon
Red Hot Org
Rick Habana
Roberto Di Gioia
Romain Axisa
Ron Bladworth
TAKUYA
Tamar Korn
The Circling Sun
Tim Allhoff
Two O'Clock Lab Band
Venna
W JAZZ TRIO
Yaniel Matos
Zurhub
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Peabo Bryson
Robert Glasper
Nancy Wilson
Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra
James Jackson Jazz Trio
Emma Stone
Jazz Fruits Music
Jeremy Brown
Natalie Renoir
Venna
McCoy Tyner
Keith Jarrett
6th Street Jazz
Fred Paci
Luke Marantz Trio
Massimo Faraò Trio
Jeff Laine & Co
Candy Dulfer
Filipe da Guia
Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers
Jazzinuf
Snarky Puppy
Patrizia Ferrara
Martin Hoper
Jazzdauren
Samara Joy
Lucho Perez
JazzyHan
India Carney
Chris Standring
Linnea Henriksson
Steve Tyrell
Julian Lage
Magpie Jazz Trio
Brandon's Three
Claus Waidtløw
Brad Mehldau
Russ Freeman
Richard Elliot
Carl Bagge Trio
Clifford Brown
Emily Green Trio
Relaxing Piano Jazz
Gottfried Barber Trio
Pieter de Graaf
Cole Peers trio
The Groove Trio
Roddy Doyle Trio
Norberg
High North Trio
Johnny Hodges
Tim Franks Trio
Saginaw Society
Gene Hart Trio
Richard Bona
Karl-Erik Trio
Eric Rowland
CMC 3
Alec Taylor Trio
Avishai Cohen
Snorre Kirk
GoGo Penguin
Anomalie
Fourplay
Dan Chmielinski
Four80East
Ephemerals
Orange Jazz Quartet
Jacob Christoffersen
Ray Love
Charles Daisey & Friends
Nick Colionne
Benny Benack III
Cara Myers Trio
Rick Gallagher Project
Claire Martinelle
Måns & Dotter
Paul Brown
Søren Bebe
Joyce Trio
Grace Carey
Kristian Hart Trio
Cécile McLorin Salvant
Prism Trio
Ray Love Trio
Charlie Haden
Eli Starr Trio
KTZ Players
Madeleine West
Pat Coil
LaSalle Street Trio
Massimo Faraò
Junior Mance
Rossdale Junction
Aaron Parks
Hjorterud Allé
Paul Moretti Trio
Trey Patton
Vincent Ingala