What should you expect from jazz this month? Welcome to our May 2025 selection of albums, featuring those already released or set to drop later this month in our “What to Wait For” section. These albums have captured our full attention and are definitely worth your time. They are listed in order of their release dates.
As we navigate through 2025, it is clear that while the world may be facing its challenges, music is shining brightly, with exceptional artists delivering incredible work. This year, jazz has already offered us some truly remarkable albums, each bringing something fresh to the table. In this post, we will highlight the standout releases that have made an impact so far, celebrating the power of music to captivate and inspire. Here are the Best Jazz Albums of 2025 (so far).
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We have curated 10 standout albums from some of the most impressive releases of the year: the best jazz albums of 2008. These selections represent a mix of innovative compositions and masterful performances that defined jazz in 2008. You can listen to all the tracks directly on Spotify or via the players below.
The tracks are listed in no particular order, allowing you to explore the diverse sounds that shaped the jazz scene that year.
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L’Invisible is an album by Christer Bothén, accompanied by vibraphonist and drummer Kjell Nordeson and bassist Kansan Zetterberg. It features two expansive improvisational pieces, “L’Invisible – Partie 1” and “L’Invisible – Partie 2.” The album was recorded by Daniel Bengtson at Studio Rymden in March 2024 and released on April 4, 2025, by Thanatosis.
April 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting month for jazz, with a range of new albums covering both contemporary and avant-garde styles, there is plenty to look forward to. In this post, we highlight six upcoming jazz releases that you won’t want to miss.
In this post, we take a closer look at the Best Jazz Albums of 2009—another year filled with remarkable releases. From bold innovations to standout performances, these albums capture the diversity and creative spirit of jazz. We’re thrilled to present this selection and invite you to explore the music that made 2009 a standout year for jazz:
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We can already tell that the end-of-year selection for 2025 is going to be a tough call, especially in the duet category. During the first three months of the year—January, February, and March—an overwhelming number of outstanding duo albums have been released. This is great news for us–jazz enthusiasts–but it also means we will face a real challenge when the time comes to decide which ones stand out the most (though isn’t that always the case?).
This year’s opening quarter has set a high bar. In this post, we will explore the albums that have already captured our attention and perhaps set the tone for the rest of the year. So, here it is, our selection of jazz for January, February, & March 2025.
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In this post, we are shining a spotlight on the Best Jazz Albums of 2010—each one offering a distinct and memorable experience that has contributed to shaping jazz. From innovative sounds to masterful performances, these albums highlight the diverse range of jazz and its continued evolution. We’re excited to share this collection with you, and we encourage you to dive in and explore.
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Jazz in Sweden in the 21st century is nothing short of a reaffirmation of its innovative music scene. While the country has long been home to jazz legends like Jan Johansson (Jazz på svenska turned 60 in 2024) and Esbjörn Svensson, a new generation of artists is releasing albums that are equally fascinating. We will dive here into the heart of Sweden’s contemporary jazz movement, exploring five standout albums, highlighting musicians who deserve your attention, and suggesting three independent labels for you to explore further on your own.
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization declared International Jazz Day in 2011 “to highlight jazz and its diplomatic role of uniting people from all corners of the globe.” Every year, it is commemorated on April 30th, and people can celebrate any way they want.
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, has been selected as the 2025 International Jazz Day Global Host City.
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