The best Jazz-Funk albums
of the 2000s.
Where to start with 2000–2009 jazz-funk — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top of the 2000s — jazz-funk
Top picks from 2000–2009, ranked by where we would start.
Jamiroquai
Dynamite
A vibrant fusion of funk, acid jazz, and pop packed with infectious grooves and soulful melodies.
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Jamiroquai
A Funk Odyssey
A vibrant fusion of disco grooves and jazzy melodies, infused with a modern funk sensibility that invites movement.
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Herbie Hancock
Future2Future
A vibrant fusion of jazz, electronic elements, and innovative soundscapes that push the boundaries of traditional music forms.
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Herbie Hancock
Possibilities
A vibrant fusion of jazz, R&B, and pop featuring dynamic collaborations that highlight Hancock's signature keyboard mastery.
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Nils Landgren
License to Funk
'License to Funk' stands out as a vibrant collection that encapsulates Nils Landgren's signature style. It embodies engaging grooves paired with reflective moments, making it friendly for first-time listeners who want a taste of both genres.
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Ray Parker Jr.
I'm Free
A smooth blend of jazz-funk and R&B rhythms that evokes a laid-back, sun-soaked vibe throughout its tracks.
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Level 42
Retroglide
A vibrant blend of jazz-funk grooves and polished pop-rock melodies, brimming with infectious energy and introspective lyrics.
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David Benoit
The Benoit/Freeman Project 2
An invigorating blend of contemporary jazz and funk, marked by vibrant melodies and intricate rhythms.
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David Benoit
Here's To You, Charlie Brown: 50 Great Years!
Lively jazz arrangements breathe new life into beloved Peanuts themes, blending nostalgia with sophisticated musicianship.
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Lili Haydn
Light Blue Sun
A seamless blend of ethereal melodies and intricate arrangements that bridge classical and jazz-funk influences.
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Terrace Martin
808s & Sax Breaks
A fusion of lush saxophone melodies and heavy bass beats creates an innovative soundscape that redefines contemporary hip-hop.
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Victor Wooten
Palmystery
A vibrant fusion of jazz, bluegrass, and funk that showcases virtuosic bass lines and inventive melodies.
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Victor Wooten
Soul Circus
A vibrant fusion of jazz, funk, and bluegrass that showcases virtuosic bass lines and uplifting melodies.
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Jimmy Smith
Dot Com Blues
A vibrant fusion of jazz, blues, and funk that showcases Jimmy Smith's virtuosity and deep emotional resonance.
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Jimmy Smith
Straight Life
An engaging blend of hard bop and funk, showcasing Jimmy Smith's masterful organ playing against tight rhythmic grooves.
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Larry Willis
The Big Push
A whimsical collage of jazz-inflected sketches that blend humor and introspection into tightly crafted, brief compositions.
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Kristina Train
Spilt Milk
A blend of jazz-infused pop melodies and heartfelt lyrics that evoke both nostalgia and longing.
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