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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Armando Mendes
Atjazz
BIGYUKI
Bao
Bart & Baker
Bebo Best
Ben Williams
Blockhead
Cafe De Anatolia
Candy Dulfer
Cap Kendricks
Caravan Palace
Child Actor
Chiminyo
Chino Corvalán
Claudio Puntin
Cory Henry
Courtney Pine
DJ Cam
DJ Mitsu The Beats
DJ Vadim
De-Phazz
Degiheugi
Dolphin Hyperspace
Down To The Bone
Duval Timothy
Eivind Aarset
Erik von Spreckelsen
Ezra Collective
Flunk
Flying Lotus
GoldFish
Gramatik
Grassskirt
Greg Foat
Horatio Luna
Jazzdauren
Jihad Darwish
Jojo Effect
Joseph Shabason
Kalia Vandever
Kraak & Smaak
Kutiman
Lars Danielsson
Lemongrass
Lo-Five
Mads La Cour
Malcolm Strachan
Mauricesax
Mitchum Yacoub
Morcheeba
Måns & Dotter
Nathan Haines
Nickodemus
Nicole McCabe
Nightmares On Wax
Nitai Hershkovits
Nitin Sawhney
Nolatet
Nostalgia 77
Nubya Garcia
Odd Chap
Okvsho
Oscar Jerome
Ours Samplus
Paolo Fresu
Papik
Parov Stelar
Pastel
Paul Grant
Pete Josef
Petter Eldh
Proleter
RADIOHOP
Rob Luft
Robohands
Ronny Jordan
SOULCARE
Saint Germain
Sex Mob
Smokedbeat
Sol Monk
Squarepusher
Suff Daddy
Takuya Kuroda
The Correspondents
The Dowser
The Fly Guy Five
The Super Lounge Orchestra
Thundercat
Tobias Meinhart
Tommaso Cappellato
Tricky
Unc D
Vikter Duplaix
Web Web
Wolfgang Lohr
Yussef Dayes
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corto.alto
Thundercat
Tom Misch
The Cinematic Orchestra
Ezra Collective
Bonobo
Klangkarussell
Robert Miles
BADBADNOTGOOD
Morcheeba
Quantic
Parov Stelar
Caravan Palace
Zero 7
All Night Chill Makers
Yussef Dayes
Cafe De Anatolia
Guts
Groove Armada
Nouvelle Vague
Belleruche
Kamasi Washington
Nightmares On Wax
Gotan Project
Gramatik
Edmofo
Jazz Fruits Music
Flying Lotus
Tricky
Natalie Renoir
Alex Maher
Club des Belugas
Papik
Waldeck
Alfa Mist
Bajka
Kraak & Smaak
daste.
Wax Tailor
Toco
St Germain
Koop
GoldFish
Boogie Belgique
Boozoo Bajou
Lecomte De Brégeot
Kid Loco
Bluestaeb
TM Juke
Degiheugi
Jazzinuf
Mo' Horizons
Okvsho
UNKLE
Candy Dulfer
Mauricesax
Måns & Dotter
Ours Samplus
De-Phazz
Jean du Voyage
Kid Koala
Alice Russell
Nickodemus
Paolo Fresu
Snarky Puppy
Nubiyan Twist
The Soul Jazz Era
Ronny Jordan
Nala Sinephro
The Quantic Soul Orchestra
FAKE TYPE.
The Groove Trio
Emapea
Nathan Haines
Marbert Rocel
The Bahama Soul Club
Hidden Orchestra
Akshin Alizadeh
Matthew Halsall
Jacques Chillax
Lars Danielsson
Coast to Coast Recordings
Takuya Kuroda
Amon Tobin
Nathaniel Merriweather
Paul Grant
Ladji Mouflet
Rustique Beats
Greyboy
DJ Vadim
Ephemerals
RJD2
Portico Quartet
Alex Cortiz
Colin Stetson
kyra
Gabin
Jazzamass
Calibro 35
Moses Yoofee Trio
DJ Okawari