Pat Metheny – America the Beautiful / The People United Will Never Be Defeated
What an amazing treat to wake up to a surprise release from Pat Metheny. Today, you can hear and see…
Down to the Bone Returns with This Way Forward
Producer and writer Stuart Wade has broken a decade-long studio silence, bringing back his Grammy-nominated jazz-funk project Down to the…
Straight08 Review: Sam Barsh, Keyon Harrold & Mark Guiliana Reimagine Contemporary Jazz
Contemporary jazz has always been about making something new from the old. In the case of Straight08, a new project…
Kenny G at 70: Why Is He Still So Controversial?
Today is Kenny G’s 70th birthday and I’ve been listening to his music and thinking about Mr. Kenneth Gorelick. A…
Beyond Jazz Bullying
When I started listening to contemporary jazz, I kept reading about the “jazz police” and “jazz purists”. The self-appointed “authorities”…
Top Contemporary Jazz – July 1990
The following were the top-selling contemporary jazz recordings in early July of 1990: Stanley Jordan – Cornucopia Najee – Tokyo…
Top Contemporary Jazz Chart – July 8, 1988
Here were the top-selling contemporary jazz recordings in summer 1988, according to the July 8, 1988 issue of Billboard! George…
About ContemporaryJazz.com
Founded in January 1996, ContemporaryJazz.com is a personal passion project dedicated to celebrating the artists, albums, and stories that shape modern jazz. Over the last three decades, the site has evolved into a welcoming space for listeners who view jazz not as a style from the past, but as a living, breathing art form.
The focus here is entirely on the modern era, embracing a broad umbrella of contemporary jazz styles—from jazz fusion and smooth jazz to jazz-funk and soul jazz. Posted a couple of times a week, you will find a mix of personal thoughts on great new music, favorite discoveries, and classic chart history. Whether you are a lifelong enthusiast or just starting your journey, thank you for being a part of this musical community.