The Best Jazz Music of 2016
Check out our top picks for the best jazz music of 2016. From Miles Davis to John Coltrane, these artists will have you grooving all night long.
Best Jazz Albums of 2016
1. Kendrick Lamar – Untitled Unmastered
2. Michael Formanek – The Distance
3. Vijay Iyer – Break Stuff
4. Rudresh Mahanthappa’s Indo-Pak Coalition – Agrima
5. David Binney – Grey Fox
6. Tyshawn Sorey – The Inner Spectrum of Variables
7. Aaron Parks – Find the Way
8. Fay Victor – Absinthia’s Ascenscion
9. Jeremy Pelt – Make Noise!
10. Gregory Porter – Take Me to the Alley
Best Jazz Songs of 2016
The year 2016 was a great one for jazz lovers, with plenty of fantastic new music to enjoy. Here are some of the best jazz songs of the year, chosen by the experts at All About Jazz.
“So Much I Do” by Charles Lloyd & The Marvels
Charles Lloyd is a legendary figure in jazz, and this track from his latest album is a real joy. It features some wonderful playing from saxophonist Bill Frisell and guitarist Greg Leisz, and the whole band sounds great together. This is a perfect example of the depth and variety that modern jazz can offer.
“Migration of Silence into Sound” by Vijay Iyer Sextet
This track is taken from Vijay Iyer’s excellent album Far from Over, and it showcases his incredible talent as a composer and bandleader. The sextet he leads here is tight and creative, and the whole track has a wonderful sense of forward momentum. This is exciting, sophisticated jazz at its very best.
“On Green Dolphin Street” by John Zorn feat. Bill Frisell & Joey Baron
John Zorn is one of the most prolific and innovative musicians working today, and this reimagining of the classic standards tune is simply gorgeous. Bill Frisell’s guitar playing is stunning, as always, and Joey Baron’s drumming is impeccable. This is a must-hear for any fan of jazz guitar playing.
These are just some of the great tracks that came out in 2016. If you’re looking for more great Jazz music, be sure to check out All About Jazz for the latest news, reviews, and interviews.
Best Jazz Musicians of 2016
There are many great jazz musicians out there, making some of the best music of 2016. Here are just a few of the best:
Kamasi Washington – Kamasi Washington is a tenor saxophonist who has made a name for himself in the jazz world. His debut album, The Epic, was released to critical acclaim in 2015, and he has continued to wow audiences with his live performances.
Trombone Shorty – Trombone Shorty is a trombone and trumpet player from New Orleans who has been making waves in the jazz world since he burst onto the scene in 2010. His most recent album, Say That To Say This, was released to critical acclaim in 2013.
Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah – Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah is a trumpeter from New Orleans who is quickly making a name for himself as one of the best young jazz musicians out there. His latest album, Stretch Music, was released in 2015 to critical acclaim.
