[2026] Recommended Jazz Tracks to Enjoy in Summer: From the Latest Hits to Timeless Classics

SummertimeMiles Davis

Miles Davis – Summertime

This is a jazz classic by Miles Davis, an artist whose subdued stoicism and forward-thinking mindset are clearly expressed in his highly musical artistry, earning him widespread popularity.

With its sophisticated style, it’s a track I can recommend for summer as well.

Georgia On My MindRay Charles

Ray Charles – Georgia On My Mind (The Orginal Song From The Albom)

It’s a jazz classic by Ray Charles, whose gospel-like, powerful yet joyful vocals elevate the music into something both refined and stylish while retaining a touch of grit.

With its smooth feel, it offers a sophisticated listening experience that’s perfect for summer.

Blue SkiesElla Fitzgerald

Blue Skies

This is the song “Blue Skies” by the legendary jazz vocalist Ella Fitzgerald.

She showcases her scat singing, one of her greatest charms, to the fullest.

Hearing how freely and precisely she controls her voice really reminds you that the voice is an instrument.

Jazz often tests a performer’s ability to adapt and arrange existing tunes in their own way, and in that regard, Ella Fitzgerald is second to none.

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The Girl From IpanemaAstrud Gilberto & Stan Getz

The Girl From Ipanema

Astrud Gilberto, a singer from Brazil who gained popularity with a musical style that blends bossa nova and jazz.

If you like bossa nova, you probably know her.

Her bossa nova has strong jazz elements, and this track, “The Girl From Ipanema,” is a bossa nova song that heavily reflects jazz influences.

The stylish jazz sensibility combined with the laid-back bossa nova vibe is perfect for a summer sunset.

Be sure to check it out.

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Body Language (En La Carretera) ft. Sasha KeableEzra Collective

Ezra Collective – Body Language (En La Carretera) ft. Sasha Keable

This ambitious work by a five-piece group at the forefront of London’s emerging jazz scene masterfully blends Latin American dance rhythms with contemporary soul music.

Featuring singer-songwriter Sasha Keable, who has roots in both the UK and Colombia, the track—released in February 2025—vividly captures the energy of London, where multiple cultures intersect.

The band earned high acclaim for their September 2024 album, “Dance, No One’s Watching,” and they are set to make their debut at Fuji Rock Festival in July 2025.

It’s a track that will delight both jazz purists and dance music fans alike.

Come Fly With MeFrank Sinatra

Come Fly With Me (2008 Remastered)

This is the smash hit “Come Fly With Me” by jazz singer Frank Sinatra.

It was released in 1958.

In Japan, it was used as the ending theme for the film “Happy Flight,” starring Haruka Ayase.

Frank Sinatra enjoyed enormous popularity at the time.

This is a song that lets you fully savor his handsome, velvety vocals.

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Manha De CarnavalJoe Sample

Joe Sample – Manha De Carnaval

A jazz classic by Joe Sample, whose urban, luxurious style rooted in acid jazz creates a sophisticated, deeply resonant sound.

With its smooth feel and mellow atmosphere, it’s also a perfect recommendation for summer.