5 Jazz House Music Artists You Need to Know

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There’s no denying that jazz house music is having a moment right now. If you’re looking to get into the genre or just want to expand your musical horizons, here are five artists you need to know.

1) Who are the 5 artists?

In no particular order, here are 5 jazz house music artists you need to know.

1) Kerri Chandler
Kerri Chandler is a house music producer and DJ who has been influential in the genre since the early 1990s. He is known for his soulful and deep house sound, as well as his use of samples from classic jazz and soul records. Chandler’s 1999 track “Bar A Thym” is considered a classic of the genre.

2) Jacyn Tremblay
Jacyn Tremblay is a Canadian house music producer and DJ. He is one of the founders of the Australian record label FINA Records, and has released several EPs and singles on the label. Tremblay’s 2017 track “Soulstice” was a standout release, and he has also remixed tracks by fellow FINA artist Space invader.

3) Hugh Hardie
Hugh Hardie is a drum and bass producer from London, UK. He is signed to the Hospital Records label, and is known for his smooth, jazzy style of production. Hardie’s 2015 track “Tearing Me Apart” featuring input from Kyan Palm was a key release, cementing his reputation as a master of melodic drum and bass.

4) lsd:soundsystem
lsd:soundsystem are a duo consisting of Liam Stevens and Tom Chant, who met while studying at Leeds College of Music in the UK. The duo are known for their unique take on house music, which fuses elements of jazz, funk, and Latin music. Their 2016 self-titled debut album was highly acclaimed, with lead single “Jazz Cats” becoming an underground hit.

5) Dramatica
Dramatica is the solo project of Japanese producer Takuya Watanabe. He debuted in 2016 with the mini-album “Drama”, which showcased his deep understanding of both jazz and house music. Watanabe has gone on to release two more mini-albums, 2017’s “Theater” and 2018’s “Cinema”, both of which have received critical acclaim.

What is jazz house music?

Jazz house music is a subgenre of house music that combines elements of jazz, Soul, R&B, and garage. Jazz house tracks often have female vocal samples, chord progressions similar to those found in jazz, and a soulful feel. The genre emerged in the late 1980s and early 1990s, and reached the height of its popularity in the mid-1990s.

Where does this type of music come from?

Jazz house is a subgenre of house music that drew influence from disco, Chicago house, and acid house originally developed in the late 1980s in the United Kingdom. The sound typically features a hypnotic 4/4 groove with synthesizers, drum machines, and occasionally vocoders.

What makes these artists stand out?

Jazz house music is a subgenre of house music that draws influence from 1970s and 1980s disco, early 1990s acid house and contemporary electronic dance music. It was pioneered by Chicago DJs such as Ron Hardy and Frankie Knuckles in the 1980s. Jazz house typically features four-on-the-floor beats, syncopated basslines, jazzy or passing chord progressions, Rhodes pianos, filtered leads and random percussion hits.

As a result of the genre’s popularity in the late 1980s and early 1990s, some artists began to experiment with other styles and incorporated jazz elements into their productions. This fusion of jazz and house music was called “jazz house” or “house-jazz”. These artists include:

* Joe Smooth
* Johan S
* Kenny Dope
* Jazzanova
* DJ Spinna

In the world of jazz house music, there are a few artists who stand out above the rest. If you’re looking for some new music to add to your collection, here are five artists you should definitely check out.

1. Miles Davis

Miles Davis is one of the most celebrated jazz musicians of all time, and his work in the jazz house genre is some of his best. Some of his most popular tracks include “So What” and “All Blues.”

2. John Coltrane

John Coltrane is another legend in the world of jazz, and his work in the genre of jazz house is truly unforgettable. Some of his most popular tracks include “My Favorite Things” and “Naima.”

3. Miles Davis Quintet

The Miles Davis Quintet was a jazz supergroup that included Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Red Garland, Paul Chambers, and Philly Joe Jones. They released only one album together, but it’s considered to be one of the best jazz albums of all time. Some of their most popular tracks include “So What” and “All Blues.”

4. Thelonious Monk Quartet with John Coltrane

The Thelonious Monk Quartet with John Coltrane was a short-lived but highly acclaimed group that featured two legends of jazz: Thelonious Monk and John Coltrane. They only released one album together, but it’s considered to be one of the best jazz albums of all time. Some of their most popular tracks include “Round Midnight” and “Straight, No Chaser.”

5. Ahmad Jamal Trio
Ahmad Jamal is a pianist who has been influential in the world of jazz for over six decades. He’s won multiple Grammy Awards and has been nominated for dozens more. His work in the genre of jazz house is some of his best, and some of his most popular tracks include “Poinciana” and “Autumn Leaves.”

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