Acid jazz, born in the UK in the 1980s.
This music—an exquisite blend of jazz, funk, and soul—was defined by figures like Chris Bangs and Eddie Piller.
Its groovy, dancefloor-shaking beats, sophisticated melodies, and soothing crossover sound have captivated listeners across racial and cultural boundaries.
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A renowned overseas acid jazz band. Classic songs born in the UK (1–10)
Dream Come TrueThe Brand New Heavies
The Brand New Heavies were formed in the 1980s as an instrumental acid jazz group called Brother International.
In 1990, they signed with Acid Jazz Records and released The Brand New Heavies; “Dream Come True” is a single from that studio album.
Sands Of TimeMonday Michiru
Michiru Monday is a Japanese-American female singer-songwriter and one of the leading divas of Japan’s club jazz and acid jazz scenes.
“Send Of Time” is a track from Nexus’s album released in 2008, which was sold exclusively online in the United States.
Always ThereIncognito
Incognito is an acid jazz band formed in 1981 in London, England, and one of the groups that helped create the acid jazz movement.
“Always There” is a 1991 track that reached No.
6 on the UK (Music Week) chart and was released on Talkin’ Loud, the label founded by Gilles Peterson in 1991.
Stoned WomanMother Earth
Mother Earth is a British acid jazz band, a four-piece whose style blends hippie and mod aesthetics.
Stoned Woman is their 1992 debut, released on the Acid Jazz label.
They made their debut after a double-header live show with the then-unknown Jamiroquai.
The lead vocals are by Black female singer Shauna Green.
You Will RiseSweetback
Sweetback continue their refined sonic adventure.
Formed in London, UK in 1994, the group is a project by three members of the world-renowned band Sade.
They pursue “global soul music” that dissolves genre boundaries, from acid jazz to trip-hop.
Their debut album, Sweetback, was released in 1996, with tracks like “Softly, Softly” attracting attention.
In 2004, they released Stage 2, their first album in eight years.
Their distinctive approach of featuring guest vocalists on each track testifies to their meticulous musicianship and sophisticated musical sensibility.
Perfect for those seeking both dancefloor euphoria and soothing relaxation.
Rose rougeSt Germain
Saint Germain is a pioneering figure in French electronic music.
Born in 1969, he is a DJ and music producer who has crafted a singular soundscape by exquisitely blending house music and jazz.
His debut album, Boulevard, released in 1995, quickly became a major hit, selling over one million copies.
His 2000 album, Tourist, achieved the remarkable milestone of surpassing four million sales worldwide.
In 2001, he won three categories at France’s Victoires de la Musique awards, underscoring the high regard for his artistry across countries.
His refined beats combined with live instrumentation create a comfortable groove that appeals not only to lovers of jazz and house music but also to music fans interested in cross-cultural fusion.
T-JamGeorge Duke
George Duke, the American musical maestro who moved freely across a wide range of genres.
He began playing piano at age four, gained attention in 1969 through his collaboration with Jean-Luc Ponty, and later performed with Frank Zappa.
He launched a full-fledged solo career in the 1970s, achieving commercial success with his 1977 album “Reach for It.” His achievements include Grammy Awards in 2001 and 2002 for albums by Dianne Reeves, and his legacy lives on in samples by contemporary artists like Daft Punk and Kanye West.
Perfect for listeners seeking sophisticated grooves that transcend the boundaries of jazz and funk.