Contemporary Vocal Jazz

Contemporary vocal jazz is a genre characterized by its smooth, velvety sound, often featuring lush orchestral arrangements, subtle swing rhythms, and intimate, expressive vocals. Emerging in the 1990s and 2000s, this style drew inspiration from traditional jazz, blues, and acoustic pop, blending timeless elegance with modern sensibilities. With its nuanced, emotive delivery, contemporary vocal jazz has captivated audiences worldwide, particularly in the 2000s. Artists in this genre skillfully navigate the boundaries between jazz, pop, and cabaret, often incorporating subtle electronic elements and eclectic influences. What sets this genre apart is its sophisticated balance of refinement and accessibility, making it a refreshing respite from more overtly commercial styles. Its cultural significance lies in its revival of interest in jazz and acoustic music, while also showcasing the versatility and creativity of its artists.

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A Cradle In Bethlehem
Single - Released October 25, 2024

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Aaron Tesser & The New Jazz Affair
Abbey Lincoln
Andrea Superstein
Angelina Jordan
Ann Hampton Callaway
Anthony Strong
Barbra Lica
Benny Benack III
Bria Skonberg
Caity Gyorgy
Carmen Lundy
Carol Welsman
Cassandra Wilson
Catherine Russell
Chantal Chamberland
Chris Weeks
Claire Martin
Clare Teal
Connie Lansberg
Cyrille Aimee
Cæcilie Norby
Cécile McLorin Salvant
Danilo Tarso
Dena DeRose
Denise King
Diana Krall
Diana Panton
Dianne Reeves
Donatella Montinaro
Eliane Elias
Elisabeth Melander
Ellas Kapell
Ellen Andersson
Emilie Schiøtt
Emilie-Claire Barlow
Emma Smith
Gregory Porter
Gretchen Parlato
Halie Loren
Harry Connick, Jr.
Holly Cole
Indra Rios-Moore
Inger Marie Gundersen
Jacob Christoffersen
Jaimee Paul
Jamison Ross
Jane Monheit
Jazzmeia Horn
Jeff Cascaro
Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra
Jeremy Brown
Jesse Palter
Jim Tomlinson
José James
Kandace Springs
Karen Rosenberg
Karrin Allyson
Kurt Elling
Lara Louise
Lauren Coleman
Lauren Henderson
Lina Nyberg
Lisa Bassenge
Lizz Wright
Madeleine Peyroux
Malene Mortensen
Mark Winkler
Matt Dusk
Melody Gardot
Michael Feinstein
Miriam Netti
Molly Johnson
Naama
Nicki Parrott
Nicole Henry
Nikki Yanofsky
Nils Landgren
Nnenna Freelon
Norah Jones
Peter Cincotti
Quiana Lynell
Robin Mckelle
Sachal Vasandani
Sara Gazarek
Sarah McKenzie
Silje Nergaard
Silva & Steini
Simone Kopmajer
Sinne Eeg
Somi
Stacey Kent
Susie Arioli
The Hot Sardines
Till Brönner
Torsten Goods
Torun Eriksen
Térez Montcalm
Valerie Joyce
Veronica Swift
Viktoria Tolstoy
Norah Jones
Diana Krall
Jamie Cullum
Melody Gardot
Stacey Kent
Gregory Porter
Madeleine Peyroux
Angelina Jordan
Jeremy Brown
Jim Tomlinson
Graham Harvey
Dave Chamberlain
Emilie-Claire Barlow
Catherine Russell
Lisa Bassenge
Hailey Tuck
Harry Connick, Jr.
Emilie Schiøtt
Nils Landgren
Renee Olstead
Laura Fygi
Ida Sand
Lizz Wright
Eliane Elias
Lara Louise
Till Brönner
Peter Cincotti
Cécile McLorin Salvant
Jacob Christoffersen
José James
Kat Edmonson
Cyrille Aimee
Benny Benack III
Jane Monheit
Raya Yarbrough
Halie Loren
Susie Arioli
Lorez Alexandria
Jeff Cascaro
Kandace Springs
Chantal Chamberland
Kurt Elling
Anthony Strong
Dianne Reeves
Denise King
Molly Johnson
Karrin Allyson
Nicole Henry
Carol Welsman
Caity Gyorgy
Sophie Milman
Sarah McKenzie
Connie Lansberg
Tok Tok Tok
William Galison
Lauren Henderson
Silje Nergaard
Malene Mortensen
Viktoria Tolstoy
Simone Kopmajer
Diana Panton
Nikki Yanofsky
Matt Dusk
Sinne Eeg
Rigmor Gustafsson
Inger Marie Gundersen
Dena DeRose
Ann Hampton Callaway
Emma Smith
Cassandra Wilson
Gretchen Parlato
Lyambiko
The Hot Sardines
Abbey Lincoln
Veronica Swift
Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra
Jacob Fischer
Sachal Vasandani
Silva & Steini
Nicki Parrott
Ruth Cameron
Sara Gazarek
Bria Skonberg
Lisa Lovbrand
Holly Cole
Dee Dee Bridgewater
Erin Boheme
Cæcilie Norby
Barbra Lica
Naama
Torsten Goods
Aaron Tesser & The New Jazz Affair
Jazzmeia Horn
Lauren Coleman
Ellen Andersson
Jamison Ross
Jaimee Paul
Jacintha
Robin Mckelle
Ellas Kapell