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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Le bon vieux temps
Single - Released August 1, 2025

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Aditi Chakraborty
Alec Taylor Trio
Alex Bird
Amina Claudine Myers
Anders Lundgaard
Anders Mogensen
Andreas Werliin
Armel Dupas Trio
Art Hirahara
Ben Tweedt
Ben Williams
Bertram Kvist
Cara Myers Trio
Carl Winther
ChildNoah
Claudia Zannoni
Claus Waidtløw
Cole Peers trio
Colin Steele Quartet
Copenhagen Jazzexperience
CrazyJaZz
Cécile McLorin Salvant
Dave Oakley trio
Dave Rose
Dawn Clement
Donny McCaslin
Douglas Ruby Trio
Drew Gress
Eero Savela
Emily Green Trio
Emma Smith
Emmaline
Eric Siereveld's Organic Quintet
Fred Paci
GoGo Penguin
Gonzalo Rubalcaba
Gustaf Scheringer Trio
Gustav Lundgren
Harry Lather
Hip Jazz Collective
Håkan Broström
INDIA BLUE
Indra Trio
Jacob Christoffersen
Jacob Chung
Jakob Bro
Jay Anderson
Jazzdauren
Jazzy A
JazzyHan
Jerry Weldon
Joe Farnsworth
Joe Stilgoe
Johnny Åman
Josh Johnson
Joshua Redman
Jumaane Smith
Karl-Erik Trio
Karl-Henrik Ousbäck
Karl-Martin Almqvist
Kassa Overall
Keith Tippett
Kristian Hart Trio
Kristoffer Eikrem
London Jazz Composers Orchestra
MAYOMA JAZZ TRIO
Marcello Carelli
Mark Guiliana
Martin SjÖstedt
Mary Halvorson
Massimo Faraò Trio
Michika Fukumori
Mike Beating
Nick Colionne
Otmaro Ruiz
Paul Brown
Paula Morelenbaum
Pere Miró
Peter Belec
Raiges Cano
Red Hot Org
Rick Habana
Robert Glasper
Romain Axisa
Ron Bladworth
Sebastian Gahler
Steven Taetz
Tama
Tate Jackson Trio
The Circling Sun
Tim Allhoff
Tim Lin
Tony Miceli
Tony Overwater
Vanisha Gould
Venna
W JAZZ TRIO
Women In Jazz
Yaniel Matos
Yoni Zelnik
фрози
Peabo Bryson
Robert Glasper
Nancy Wilson
Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra
James Jackson Jazz Trio
Emma Stone
Jazz Fruits Music
Jeremy Brown
Natalie Renoir
Venna
Keith Jarrett
Fred Paci
6th Street Jazz
Luke Marantz Trio
Candy Dulfer
Massimo Faraò Trio
Jeff Laine & Co
Filipe da Guia
Jazzinuf
Snarky Puppy
Patrizia Ferrara
Martin Hoper
Samara Joy
Jazzdauren
Linnea Henriksson
Magpie Jazz Trio
Steve Tyrell
Julian Lage
Chris Standring
India Carney
JazzyHan
Lucho Perez
Emily Green Trio
Clifford Brown
Carl Bagge Trio
Russ Freeman
Richard Elliot
Brandon's Three
Claus Waidtløw
Brad Mehldau
High North Trio
The Groove Trio
Roddy Doyle Trio
Cole Peers trio
Norberg
Pieter de Graaf
Relaxing Piano Jazz
Gottfried Barber Trio
Johnny Hodges
Gene Hart Trio
Tim Franks Trio
Saginaw Society
Eric Rowland
Richard Bona
Karl-Erik Trio
CMC 3
Alec Taylor Trio
Avishai Cohen
Fourplay
Dan Chmielinski
Snorre Kirk
GoGo Penguin
Anomalie
Pat Coil
Massimo Faraò
Vincent Ingala
Rossdale Junction
Paul Moretti Trio
Madeleine West
Trey Patton
Hjorterud Allé
LaSalle Street Trio
Aaron Parks
Junior Mance
Søren Bebe
Joyce Trio
KTZ Players
Grace Carey
Kristian Hart Trio
Cécile McLorin Salvant
Prism Trio
Eli Starr Trio
Charlie Haden
Ray Love Trio
Jacob Christoffersen
Orange Jazz Quartet
Ray Love
Ephemerals
Benny Benack III
Måns & Dotter
Four80East
Claire Martinelle
Paul Brown
Rick Gallagher Project
Charles Daisey & Friends
Nick Colionne
Cara Myers Trio
Quinn Oulton
Southside Trio