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British Jazz in the 21st Century

The contemporary British jazz scene is arguably in its finest-ever shape. You can note that every decade in recent British jazz musical history has been marked by a genre of music that shapes and is shaped by its social background. Since 2015, the emergence of British jazz talent has snowballed, with jazz finally crossing over into the mainstream. At the heart of the contemporary British jazz scene are these artists, some of whom kickstarted the reemergence, and others who are propelling British jazz into dizzying heights. Here, we explore ten standout albums, some of which will be known and others that deserve more attention.

The Best Jazz-Funk Albums

Jazz-funk is a jazz genre that emerged and developed in the 1970s. It is characterized by a strong backbeat, electric instruments, and often funky, soulful vocals.

Here you will find an unordered selection of the 10 best jazz-funk albums ever made, followed by a playlist with 20 tracks to wrap it up.

Best of Jazz – Year 2016

In this post, we explore the Best Jazz Albums of 2016—each offering a unique journey that contributed to a memorable chapter in jazz history.

There’s no specific ranking here; instead, we present exceptional jazz created by extraordinary artists. We’d love to hear your thoughts on this selection, and please feel free to suggest any albums you believe should be included in the comments section below!