The best Nu Jazz albums
of the 2010s.
Where to start with 2010–2019 nu jazz — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top of the 2010s — nu jazz
Top picks from 2010–2019, ranked by where we would start.
Capsule
World of Fantasy
A vibrant fusion of catchy melodies and pulsating beats that encapsulates the spirit of early 2010s J-pop and electronic music.
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Capsule
Caps Lock
A vibrant blend of J-pop and electronic beats that pulsates with a playful yet experimental energy.
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Gotan Project
Tango 3.0
A vibrant fusion of electronic beats and traditional tango that reinvents the genre for a modern audience.
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Eivind Aarset
Dream Logic
An ethereal blend of ambient textures and jazz improvisation creates a meditative soundscape that invites introspection.
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Bonobo
Migration
A rich tapestry of organic and electronic sounds intertwines, creating a soothing yet invigorating auditory journey.
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Bonobo
Black Sands
A lush tapestry of organic and electronic sounds weaving together intricate melodies with a hypnotic groove.
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Little Dragon
Season High
A vibrant fusion of synth-pop and nu jazz, layered with dreamy vocals and introspective lyricism.
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Little Dragon
Ritual Union
A kaleidoscopic blend of nu jazz and synth-pop, enveloping listeners in ethereal melodies and hypnotic rhythms.
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The Comet Is Coming
Prophecy
A cosmic blend of electronic grooves and jazz-infused rhythms that transports listeners through celestial soundscapes.
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The Comet Is Coming
Trust in the Lifeforce of the Deep Mystery
A cosmic fusion of electronic grooves, jazz improvisation, and psychedelic rock that transports listeners to an otherworldly realm.
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St Germain
St Germain
A seamless blend of deep house grooves and jazzy instrumentation creates a sophisticated, laid-back sonic landscape throughout the album.
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