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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Persian Pleasure
Single - Released October 10, 2025

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6th Street Jazz
Alfa Mist
Art Roho
Asta Hiroki
Belleruche
Ben Williams
Byron the Aquarius
Cafe De Anatolia
Cafe Music Jazz Channel
Cap Kendricks
Chicago Underground Duo
Chillout Lounge
Chino Corvalán
Chris Combs
Cloudchord
Conor Chaplin
DJ Mitsu The Beats
De la Plante
De-Phazz
Deez Agree
Dj Shiloh
Efajemue
Eivind Aarset
Eric Hilton
Erik Truffaz
Erosion Flow
Errol Holden
FAKE TYPE.
Florito
Go.Soul.Map.
Gramatik
Groove Armada
HBeat
Inner Spirit
Ishmael Ensemble
J-Walk
Jamie Leeming
Jazzaoquadrado
Jazzdauren
Jazzi Sirius
Jukka Eskola
Kara Baldus
Kassa Overall
Klangkarussell
Klawo
Klischée
Kormac
Lofi Cult
Lofi Sax
Lofigo
Lyder
MODALiST
Makaya McCraven
Marcelo Soler
Mark de Clive-Lowe
Matt Wilde
Mauricesax
Michael FAY
Mike Beating
Mike Casey
Mocean Worker
Moon Ghetto
Mop Mop
Nala Sinephro
Natalie Renoir
Nate Smith
Nathan Haines
Nightmares On Wax
Nils Petter Molvær
OJEEZ
Open Timbz
Pablo Nouvelle
Papik
Parov Stelar
Petter Eldh
Portico Quartet
Red Hot Org
RinneRadio
Robert Miles
Robohands
Ruby Rushton
SOFLUX
Sebastian Gahler
Snarky Puppy
Sterling Grove
Stomu Takeishi
The Afronaut
The Limp Twins
The Necks
Toco
Tricky
Tuto Ferraz
UNKLE
Waldeck
Werkha
Why Kai
Women In Jazz
Yusuke Saint Laurent
mariussax
The Cinematic Orchestra
Bonobo
Klangkarussell
Robert Miles
Quantic
Caravan Palace
Parov Stelar
All Night Chill Makers
Guts
Cafe De Anatolia
Zero 7
Gramatik
Nouvelle Vague
Belleruche
Kamasi Washington
Groove Armada
Nightmares On Wax
Waldeck
Edmofo
Jazz Fruits Music
Gotan Project
Tricky
Wax Tailor
Natalie Renoir
Papik
Alex Maher
Alfa Mist
daste.
6th Street Jazz
Bajka
Toco
Koop
St Germain
Mo' Horizons
Jazzinuf
TM Juke
Boogie Belgique
Bluestaeb
UNKLE
Club des Belugas
Pastel
Jean du Voyage
Jazzdauren
Mauricesax
Alice Russell
Nickodemus
Snarky Puppy
Lecomte De Brégeot
Nathan Haines
S-Tone Inc
Nala Sinephro
The Quantic Soul Orchestra
Ours Samplus
FAKE TYPE.
Michael FAY
Marbert Rocel
The Groove Trio
Pablo Nouvelle
The Bahama Soul Club
Matthew Halsall
Amon Tobin
Coast to Coast Recordings
De-Phazz
Jazzanova
Hidden Orchestra
Akshin Alizadeh
Jacques Chillax
Ladji Mouflet
Måns & Dotter
Ephemerals
Nathaniel Merriweather
Cloudchord
Lemongrass
Rustique Beats
Greyboy
Henrik Schwarz
The Sweetgreens
Robohands
Algot Aelster
DJ Okawari
Kurt Rosenwinkel
kyra
Mop Mop
Moses Yoofee Trio
The Limp Twins
Takuya Kuroda
Gabin
Meadow Park
Portico Quartet
Louie Austen
Urban Jazz Junction
Three Four Trio
Nostalgia 77
Nubya Garcia
Mansur Brown
Protassov
insaneintherainmusic
Tall Black Guy
Potatohead People
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