Nu Jazz

Nu jazz is a genre that emerged in the 1990s, characterized by its blend of jazz, electronic, and world music elements. Defined by its use of electronic production techniques, nu jazz often features downtempo rhythms, lush instrumental textures, and atmospheric soundscapes, incorporating elements of trip-hop, breakbeat, and ambient music. Born out of the UK's acid jazz scene and influenced by 1970s jazz-funk and 1980s hip-hop, nu jazz flourished in the early 2000s, particularly in Europe. The genre's cultural significance lies in its fusion of traditional jazz with modern electronic production, creating a unique sound that appeals to a wide audience. Nu jazz is distinct from other electronic genres due to its emphasis on live instrumentation, jazz harmonies, and improvisation. Its eclectic blend of styles has made it a staple in coffee shops, lounges, and festivals, offering a sophisticated and relaxing listening experience that transcends traditional genre boundaries.

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Enchantment
Single - Released August 22, 2025

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40 Winks
Alex Maher
Alice DiMar
Asta Hiroki
Atjazz
Azamiah
Ben Jammin' Beats
Ben Neill
Ben Williams
Bitter:Sweet
Bonobo
Cafe De Anatolia
Cafe Music Jazz Channel
Cafe Smooth Jazz Radio
Chicago Underground Duo
Chillout Lounge
Chris Combs
Club des Belugas
Colonel Red
Cosmic Ear
CrazyJaZz
Côte d'Azur
Dave Rose
De-Phazz
Dj Oil
Eric Hilton
Erik Truffaz
Feiertag
Fuubutsushi
Gin Tonic Orchestra
Greg Foat
HBeat
Heiakim
Henrik Schwarz
Hip Jazz Collective
Hugo Kant
INDIA BLUE
Jameszoo
Jazz Concentration Academy
Jazzanova
Jazzdauren
JazzyHan
Joe Monder
Jojo Effect
Josef Akin
Josh Johnson
Kamasi Washington
Kassa Overall
Klischée
Klode Chill
Ladji Mouflet
Lecomte De Brégeot
Lemongrass
Liquid Stella
Little Foot
Lofi Cult
Lofi Sax
Lorenzo Morresi
Ludivine Issambourg
Léon Phal
Mark de Clive-Lowe
Matthew Shipp
Mauricesax
Max Merseny
Michael FAY
Mike Beating
Mocean Worker
Moon Ghetto
Natalie Slade
Nicolas Repac
Nightmares On Wax
Nils Petter Molvær
OJEEZ
Pablo Nouvelle
Papik
Pastel
Petter Eldh
Pietro Nicosia
Potatohead People
Quantic
Red Hot Org
Retromigration
RinneRadio
SOFLUX
Saint Germain
Sax Tapes
Sebastian Gahler
Soulful Playground
TAKUYA
Tape Five
The Afronaut
The Breathing Effect
The Heliocentrics
WheelUP
Why Kai
Women In Jazz
corto.alto
kIRk
mariussax
ØDYSSEE
The Cinematic Orchestra
Bonobo
Parov Stelar
Quantic
Caravan Palace
All Night Chill Makers
Guts
Cafe De Anatolia
Zero 7
Gramatik
Belleruche
Nouvelle Vague
Kamasi Washington
Waldeck
Papik
Nightmares On Wax
Edmofo
Gotan Project
Jazz Fruits Music
Natalie Renoir
Wax Tailor
Alex Maher
daste.
6th Street Jazz
Bajka
St Germain
Koop
Jazzinuf
ØDYSSEE
Bluestaeb
Boogie Belgique
TM Juke
Mo' Horizons
JazzyHan
Ben Jammin' Beats
Nickodemus
Alice Russell
Club des Belugas
Jazzdauren
Jean du Voyage
Pastel
Lecomte De Brégeot
Nathan Haines
The Quantic Soul Orchestra
The Groove Trio
Ours Samplus
FAKE TYPE.
Michael FAY
Marbert Rocel
S-Tone Inc
Akshin Alizadeh
Matthew Halsall
Hidden Orchestra
Jacques Chillax
Amon Tobin
Jazzanova
Coast to Coast Recordings
De-Phazz
The Bahama Soul Club
Wilson Trouvé
Pablo Nouvelle
Cloudchord
Greyboy
Ephemerals
Måns & Dotter
Ladji Mouflet
Rustique Beats
Lemongrass
Nathaniel Merriweather
CrazyJaZz
Portico Quartet
Algot Aelster
The Sweetgreens
Mop Mop
Moses Yoofee Trio
Takuya Kuroda
Jazzy James
Meadow Park
kyra
The Limp Twins
Henrik Schwarz
DJ Okawari
Gabin
Nala Sinephro
Kurt Rosenwinkel
Max Merseny
insaneintherainmusic
Protassov
Mansur Brown
Louie Austen
Nostalgia 77
Urban Jazz Junction
Nubya Garcia
Klischée
Three Four Trio
Heiakim
Sabrina Malheiros
Tape Five
Eltingvilles
DJ KRUSH