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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Over Again
Single - Released August 20, 2026

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Alfa Mist
Art Roho
Arve Henriksen
Atjazz
BIGYUKI
Bao
Bart & Baker
Bebo Best
Belleruche
Ben Williams
Blockhead
Bonobo
Cafe De Anatolia
Candy Dulfer
Cap Kendricks
Child Actor
Chiminyo
Chino Corvalán
Claudio Puntin
Cory Henry
Courtney Pine
DJ Cam
DJ Mitsu The Beats
DOMi & JD BECK
David Kofi
De-Phazz
Degiheugi
Down To The Bone
Duval Timothy
Ezra Collective
Flunk
Flying Lotus
Funky DL
Gramatik
Grassskirt
Greg Foat
Groove Armada
High Fade
Horatio Luna
Ilya Serov
Intalekt
J3PO
James Taylor Quartet
Jazzdauren
Kalia Vandever
Kamasi Washington
Klangkarussell
Kraak & Smaak
Kruder & Dorfmeister
Kutiman
Lars Danielsson
Lemongrass
Liquid Stella
Lo-Five
Malcolm Strachan
Mauricesax
Mecca:83
Mitchum Yacoub
Morcheeba
Måns & Dotter
Nathan Haines
Nickodemus
Nightmares On Wax
Nitai Hershkovits
Nitin Sawhney
Nostalgia 77
Okvsho
Oscar Jerome
Ours Samplus
Paolo Fresu
Papik
Parov Stelar
Pastel
Paul Grant
Pete Josef
Proleter
RADIOHOP
Rob Luft
Robohands
Ronny Jordan
SML
SOULCARE
Saint Germain
Sex Mob
Smokedbeat
Suff Daddy
Takuya Kuroda
Tape Five
The Correspondents
The Dowser
The Super Lounge Orchestra
Tobias Meinhart
Toco
Tommaso Cappellato
Tricky
Vikter Duplaix
Waldeck
Web Web
Yussef Dayes
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Thundercat
Tom Misch
The Cinematic Orchestra
Ezra Collective
Bonobo
Klangkarussell
Robert Miles
BADBADNOTGOOD
Quantic
Morcheeba
Caravan Palace
Parov Stelar
All Night Chill Makers
Zero 7
Yussef Dayes
Cafe De Anatolia
Guts
Nouvelle Vague
Belleruche
Kamasi Washington
Groove Armada
Nightmares On Wax
Jazz Fruits Music
Flying Lotus
Gramatik
Edmofo
Gotan Project
Tricky
Natalie Renoir
Alex Maher
Club des Belugas
Papik
Waldeck
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Alfa Mist
Bajka
Kraak & Smaak
Wax Tailor
Koop
Toco
St Germain
GoldFish
Bluestaeb
Jazzinuf
Kid Loco
Boozoo Bajou
Boogie Belgique
TM Juke
Lecomte De Brégeot
Degiheugi
Mo' Horizons
Candy Dulfer
Jean du Voyage
Mauricesax
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Måns & Dotter
Okvsho
Ours Samplus
De-Phazz
Alice Russell
Nickodemus
Paolo Fresu
Kid Koala
Snarky Puppy
Roseaux
Nubiyan Twist
Nala Sinephro
The Groove Trio
The Quantic Soul Orchestra
Nathan Haines
Ronny Jordan
The Soul Jazz Era
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Marbert Rocel
Emapea
Akshin Alizadeh
Matthew Halsall
Hidden Orchestra
Jacques Chillax
The Bahama Soul Club
Lars Danielsson
Takuya Kuroda
Amon Tobin
Kruder & Dorfmeister
Coast to Coast Recordings
Rustique Beats
Paul Grant
Greyboy
Ladji Mouflet
Nathaniel Merriweather
RJD2
Ephemerals
Gabin
Cory Henry
Calibro 35
Portico Quartet
Henrik Schwarz
DJ Okawari
The Limp Twins
Moses Yoofee Trio