The best Acid Jazz albums
of the 1990s.
Where to start with 1990–1999 acid jazz — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top of the 1990s — acid jazz
Top picks from 1990–1999, ranked by where we would start.
Jamiroquai
Travelling Without Moving
A vibrant fusion of acid jazz and funk that propels listeners into a futuristic dance groove.
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Jamiroquai
Emergency on Planet Earth
A vibrant fusion of acid jazz and funk, layered with socially conscious lyrics and infectious grooves.
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Pizzicato Five
The International Playboy & Playgirl Record
A kaleidoscopic blend of jazz-infused pop and avant-garde sounds, wrapped in playful melodies and whimsical arrangements.
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Pizzicato Five
Bossa Nova 2001
A vibrant mix of jazz, pop, and electronic influences creates a playful yet sophisticated soundscape that defines Shibuya-kei.
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Los Amigos Invisibles
The New Sound of the Venezuelan Gozadera
A vibrant fusion of funk, disco, and Latin rhythms that invites listeners to dance with infectious energy.
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Tab Two
Belle Affaire
A vibrant fusion of acid jazz and electronic elements, weaving intricate grooves with rich melodic textures.
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Tab Two
Hip Jazz
A vibrant fusion of jazz improvisation and hip-hop rhythms, celebrating groove and eclecticism in the acid jazz genre.
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Cloroform
All-Scars
A chaotic blend of experimental jazz and alternative rock, laced with provocative humor and sharp social commentary.
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Cibo Matto
Viva! La Woman
A playful blend of eclectic pop, hip-hop rhythms, and whimsical lyrics that defy genre boundaries.
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Cibo Matto
Super Relax
A vibrant fusion of electronic beats and eclectic samples, layered with playful vocals that defy genre boundaries.
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Nicolette
Let No-One Live Rent Free in Your Head
A vibrant blend of acid jazz and trip hop, layered with atmospheric vocals and intricate electronic textures.
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Nicolette
Now Is Early
A fusion of ethereal vocals and intricate rhythms that intertwine electronic, world music, and acid jazz influences.
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