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Jun 26, 2018 · Electric Jazz Funk could also be referred to as Rock Jazz, Jazz Fusion or Electric Jazz Fusion. One thing seems to be consistent – Electric Jazz Funk will most generally have a rock-type rhythm at its core, which is what makes it stand out from traditional jazz.
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On the other hand, Jazz Funk combines elements of jazz with funk, a genre known for its strong rhythmic groove and emphasis on syncopation. Jazz Funk often incorporates elements of soul, R&B, and disco, resulting in a more danceable and energetic sound compared to traditional jazz.
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Los Angeles based keyboardist and producer, Kiefer,is a prime example of a jazz musician turned producer. In the modern era of bedroom producers Keifer’s jazzy piano riffs, Boom bap inspired drums, and funky bass lines. Kiefer is equally adept at home programming beats in Ableton Live and live looping keyboards and bass lines as he is playing in an...
Squarepusher, a.k.a. Tom Jenkinson, is the poster child for this discussion — a trailblazer in the movement. Signed to Warp Records (THE label for all the big names in electronic music and IDM, see: Aphex Twin) who have handled all his releases since 1997, Jenkinson continues to push out music that evades genre. In April 2015, he released his first...
Flying Lotus, a.k.a. FlyLo, a.k.a. Steven Ellison, is the next generation Squarepusher. Where Squarepusher may have started the “nu jazz” conversation with a few people in Britain, Flying Lotus lead a global conference. He founded Brainfeeder, a label that is pioneering the blending of jazz with electronic and hip-hop by signing artists like Kamasi...
Taylor McFerrin, as mentioned, is signed to FlyLo’s label Brainfeeder with whom he released his debut album Early Riser in 2014. McFerrin is the eldest son of the legendary vocalist Bobby McFerrin, and I can confidently confirm that McFerrin junior has inherited the jazz gene. Taylor McFerrin’s foundation as a musician is quite eclectic; he’s a voc...
Ringgo Ancheta a.k.a. Mndsgn (pronounced: “mind design”) is another producer who dabbles in between jazz, hip-hop, and electronic. Signed to Stones Throw Records, Mndsgn released his debut album Yawn Zenin 2014. Personally, he has a captivating backstory: His parents were members of the Philippine arm of the Aum Supreme Truth Cult, and fled to the ...
Lionmilk sounds something like the East Coast equivalent of Mndsgn. His real world name is Moki Kawaguchi and, full disclosure, he’s a good friend of mine. I met Moki at The New School in an Ambient Music class, which is an appropriate place to meet someone like Lionmilk. He spends his days playing keys for The Breathing Effect, signed to Alpha Pup...
Another LA native! Zack, a 19 year old vocalist/multi-instrumentalist, has quickly established himself in the electronic/soul/jazz renaissance. He released his debut album Remnant of a Winter Sun this past January, through Alpha Pup Records. Before that, the young talent was hanging out with modern jazz icons like Austin Peralta and the duo J*Davey...
The use of synthesizers and electric pianos in electric jazz allowed for new textures and sonic possibilities that expanded the traditional jazz sound. Electric jazz often features prominent rhythmic sections with a focus on groove, drawing inspiration from funk music to create danceable tunes.
Jul 7, 2024 · Jazz Fusion is a music genre that emerged in the late 1960s, blending elements of jazz harmony and improvisation with rock, funk, and rhythm and blues. This genre merges traditional jazz techniques with electric instruments and experimental sounds, creating a fresh and innovative musical experience.
May 10, 2024 · From George Duke through to Herbie Hancock and beyond, dig deep into these jazz-funk classics. One of the most telling things about an artist’s innovative acumen is their ability to rework and fuse the pillars of jazz music within the bounds of their own creations.
Jazz fusion (also known as jazz rock, jazz-rock fusion, or simply fusion [4]) is a popular music genre that developed in the late 1960s when musicians combined jazz harmony and improvisation with rock music, funk, and rhythm and blues. Electric guitars, amplifiers, and keyboards that were popular in rock and roll started to be used by jazz ...
