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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Aaron Parks
Alberto García
Alex Bird
Andrew Renfroe
Anna Butterss
Anna Webber
Ari Hoenig
Ari Joshua
Avishai Cohen
Ben Wendel
Ben Williams
Benny Bock
Bill Laurance
Brandon Seabrook
Brian Blade
Caloé
Carl Winther
ChildNoah
Daniel Sommer
Dave Blenkhorn
Dave Holland
Dave Oakley trio
David Binney
Drew Gress
Edward Simon
Electric Kif
Emiliano Lasansky
Endea Owens
Enzo Carniel
Fabrizio Sotti
Fred Paci
George Kuntz Four
Gerlo Hesselink Quartet
Gilipojazz
Gretchen Parlato
Gustaf Ljunggren
Guy Moskovich
Gérald Villain
Haus Music
Igmar Thomas’ Revive Big Band
Immanuel Wilkins
India Carney
JAZZLETTER
JaRon Marshall
Jason Keiser
Jazzy A
JazzyHan
Jeff Hirshfield
John Hollenbeck
Jonas Burgwinkel
Jumaane Smith
Kaho Matsui
Karl-Martin Almqvist
Keith Jarrett
Kevin Sun
Kit Downes
Kris Monson
Lars Danielsson
Lior Holzman
LowJaZz
Ludivine Issambourg
Lukas Traxel
MVI (Mark Vickness Interconnected)
Marek Konarski
Marie Kruttli
Massimo Colombo
Massimo Faraò Trio
Maxime Leroy Trio
Michael Formanek
Michael League
Mike Beating
Mike Casey
Neil Cowley Trio
Paul Lay
Paul Motian
Pete Muller
Raiges Cano
Randy Ingram
Red Hot Org
Robert Glasper
Roderick Harper
Romain Collin
Roni Kaspi
Samara Joy
Samora Pinderhughes
Sans Soucis
Scott Colley
Space Jazz Trio
Steven Taetz
Taylor Owen Trio
The Amazing Keystone Big Band
The Bad Plus
The Jazz Mavericks
Tim Allhoff
Trevor Lawrence Jr.
Vanisha Gould
W JAZZ TRIO
Walter Smith III
Wolfgang Muthspiel
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Robert Glasper
Kamasi Washington
Venna
James Jackson Jazz Trio
Keith Jarrett
Fred Paci
6th Street Jazz
Luke Marantz Trio
Snarky Puppy
Samara Joy
Patrizia Ferrara
Jazzdauren
Julian Lage
India Carney
Lucho Perez
JazzyHan
Emily Green Trio
Brad Mehldau
Claus Waidtløw
Steve Tyrell
Gottfried Barber Trio
Cole Peers trio
High North Trio
The Groove Trio
Tigran Hamasyan
Saginaw Society
Eric Rowland
Karl-Erik Trio
Alec Taylor Trio
Avishai Cohen
GoGo Penguin
Claire Martinelle
Cara Myers Trio
Trey Patton
Madeleine West
Matthew Halsall
Pat Coil
Ray Love
Aaron Parks
Ephemerals
Portico Quartet
Grace Carey
Kristian Hart Trio
Prism Trio
Charlie Haden
Ray Love Trio
Jack DeJohnette
Lars Danielsson
Carl Winther
More than Jazz
Matt Marantz Quartet
Meadow Park
Ron Bladworth
Nordic Light Trio
Marcio Philomena
Algot Aelster
Copenhagen Jazzexperience
Danny Gottlieb
Quinn Oulton
Dee Burton
Massimo Faraò Trio
Rudy Winston
Isac Solo Trio
Drew Milner
Mino Conte & Co
Mammal Hands
Mayfare Trio
JoJo Mojo
Avery Miller
Joe Wilson Trio
Urban Jazz Junction
Nate Smith
Benjamine Leroy Quartet
Amanda Heartwood
Paul Motian
Loftet
Courtney Salas Group
Jesus Molina
Ercüment Orkut
Grayville Trio
Armel Dupas Trio
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Michael Wollny
Bjørn Haugen
Bill Walton
Sidney Hatfield Trio
George Kuntz Four
Max Merseny
Billy Buss Quartet
Mabon Clarke Quartet
Karl-Martin Almqvist
Elvine Harley
DOMi & JD BECK
Felix McCoy Quartet
Al Fowler Trio
Belmont Central
Smooth Jazz All Stars
London Dunes
Michael Wilbur
Lady Blackbird