The albums that define
jazz pop.
Our picks for where to start with jazz pop — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top jazz pop artists
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The jazz pop essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Spyro Gyra
City Kids
A vibrant blend of smooth jazz and pop-infused rhythms that captures urban life with melodic sophistication.
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Joe Jackson
Beat Crazy
Eclectic rhythms and sharp lyrics merge in a vibrant exploration of personal and societal themes.
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Joe Jackson
The Duke
A vibrant tribute where jazz standards meet Joe Jackson's unique pop sensibility and sophisticated arrangements.
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Spyro Gyra
Rites of Summer
A vibrant fusion of smooth jazz and intricate rhythms, evoking the warmth of summer evenings.
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Matt Bianco
Indigo
A vibrant blend of jazz pop and sophisticated grooves that invites listeners to dance and unwind.
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Matt Bianco
Another Time Another Place
A vibrant fusion of jazz and pop, blending smooth melodies with infectious grooves that invite movement.
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Fiona Apple
Tidal
A raw, confessional blend of jazz-infused melodies and hauntingly personal lyrics that captivate the listener.
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Fiona Apple
The Idler Wheel Is Wiser Than the Driver of the Screw and Whipping Cords Will Serve You More Than Ropes Will Ever Do
Raw piano melodies intertwine with haunting vocals, creating an intimate and introspective soundscape.
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Acoustic Alchemy
American/English
A vibrant blend of smooth jazz and intricate melodies, showcasing Acoustic Alchemy's signature guitar harmonies.
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Acoustic Alchemy
Sounds of St. Lucia: Live
A vibrant fusion of smooth jazz and Caribbean rhythms that transports listeners to sun-soaked shores.
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Laufey
Everything I Know About Love
Lush jazz pop melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a dreamy soundscape of young love and longing.
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Laufey
A Matter of Time
A whimsical blend of jazz pop and heartfelt storytelling wrapped in lush orchestral arrangements.
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Hiroshima
Another Place
A vibrant blend of smooth jazz grooves and pop sensibilities with lush instrumental layers.
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Hiroshima
Third Generation
A vibrant fusion of smooth jazz melodies and pop sensibilities layered with rich cultural influences.
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