Hot Jazz

Hot Jazz, originating in the early 20th century, encapsulates the fiery and improvisational essence of jazz music during its formative years. Characterized by its energetic and often virtuosic playing style, this genre celebrates the dynamism and expressiveness of its musicians. Unlike its cooler, more reserved counterparts, Hot Jazz thrives on the spirited interplay between brass and reed instruments, with the trumpet, clarinet, and trombone often leading the ensemble in a lively dialogue. The rhythm section, typically consisting of piano, banjo or guitar, bass, and drums, adds a driving force that propels the music forward. Artists like Bix Beiderbecke and Jelly Roll Morton & His Red Hot Peppers were pioneers of this style, infusing their compositions with a fervent intensity that became a hallmark of the genre, making Hot Jazz a pivotal chapter in the evolution of jazz music.

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Latest Hot Jazz Release
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I Wanna Be Around My Baby All the Time
Ep - 5 Tracks - Released June 4, 2024
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Vince Giordano And The Nighthawks
Louis Armstrong & His Hot Five
Fletcher Henderson
Fletcher Henderson & His Orchestra
Andy Kirk
King Oliver's Creole Jazz Band
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New Orleans Brass 2 Hot Jazz artists
The Sound of Acoustic Blues 1 Hot Jazz artist
Jazz Soundtracks 1 Hot Jazz artist

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