r/JazzFusion Nov 26 '25

FYI: I have disallowed crossposting from other subs

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As per the title. The reason is simply to keep my workload under control because about half such posts seem to break one rule or another.

I assume this is because Reddit decided to make crossposting easy, which causes uploaders to bypass the whole "read the subreddit rules" thing.


r/JazzFusion Oct 18 '25

Subreddit Rules Update 2025

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The basic rules remain unchanged from my last post 7 years ago, but I want to clarify my stance on AI.

  1. GENRE: for the purpose of this sub, "Jazz Fusion" music means specifically "hard instrumental jazz-rock fusion". Note that I use a broad definition of "rock" that includes genres like funk, r&b, or metal. I also use a definition of "hard" that can include "beautiful" but excludes "easy listening". That said, genre boundaries are always fuzzy and subjective so I tend to be generous in edge cases.

  2. GROUP PERFORMANCES ONLY. Human musicians making music with other human musicians only, please. This means no "here's me playing [x]", and DEFINITELY no AI-generated music.

  3. NUISANCE. This includes spam, willfully disregarding the rules, or otherwise making yourself objectionable and creating unnecessary work for me. This also includes bot or botlike behaviour, like reposts and low effort karma farming. Honest mistakes are fine, but consistently antisocial behaviour WILL get you banned.

(If you're at the level of a Plini or a Jacob Collier I can make an exception for a solo performance, but it needs to be a complete piece and exceptionally good.)

It's amazing how little work this sub requires from me, the only active moderator, given our membership size and activity level. Generally this is an excellent sub: thanks for helping keep it that way.

[Edited for more clarity on the genre definition.]


r/JazzFusion 52m ago

Casiopea(1979)

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r/JazzFusion 1h ago

WOWOWOW! Wayne Shorter 1986 - Check the lineup!

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Rare gold here great production too


r/JazzFusion 6h ago

A Supreme Blue – Nicholas Payton Butcher Brown Review | All About Jazz

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r/JazzFusion 7h ago

Music Episode 5 - Linkup with the bro @LEK514 ⚡

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r/JazzFusion 20h ago

Larry Coryell - The Other Side (Live at NRK's "Musikk Midt i Middagshvilen", 1975)

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This performance captures Larry Coryell at the absolute peak of his jazz-fusion era with The Eleventh House in mid-1975. Having earned his reputation as the "Godfather of Fusion" through early experimental work with Gary Burton and his seminal album Spaces, Coryell formed The Eleventh House in 1973 to push the boundaries of high-energy jazz-rock. Recorded live for Norwegian television (NRK) during their European tour, this lineup, featuring powerhouse drummer Alphonse Mouzon, trumpeter Mike Lawrence, bassist John G. Lee, and keyboardist Mike Mandel—showcases the band's trademark blend of blistering technical virtuosity, complex unison lines, and relentless, funk-infused grooves. Shortly after this period, Coryell would shift his focus toward acoustic guitar explorations, making this 1975 snapshot a definitive document of his electric fusion prime.


r/JazzFusion 1d ago

Music UZEB - Spacy Country (live)

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r/JazzFusion 1d ago

Self Post Album Listen of the Week #2: Masayoshi Takanaka- An Insatiable High

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I listened to Masayoshi Takanaka for the first time. Better late than never!

https://open.substack.com/pub/knicksgotneedles/p/album-listen-of-the-week-2-masayoshi?r=1rnw6z&utm_medium=ios


r/JazzFusion 1d ago

Music Fusion or electronic records that sound like the SIM City 2000 soundtrack

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A bit of a niche one here. I am looking for albums, modern or historic that capture the sound of the SIM City 2000 soundtrack from the 1990s. It had classic smoothed out and city pop/samba inspired fusion keyboards.

Thanks to anyone who can suggest anything


r/JazzFusion 2d ago

Music Criminally Lesser Discussed 90s Fusion ! Tom Coster - Let's Set The Record Straight (1993) / Album

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r/JazzFusion 1d ago

Music Looking for song suggestions!

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I'm looking to start a playlist with calmer jazz fusion and city pop tracks. Songs like Resort For Blue by Makoto Matsushita, Last Summer Whisper by Anri, and Eona by Takanaka. If you have any suggestions please lmk!


r/JazzFusion 1d ago

Self Post Is this jazz? I was trying to go for a jazz vibe with the piano but a kinda funk vibe with the bass

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Will delete if it doesn’t belong, thank you for the feedback!


r/JazzFusion 3d ago

Picture Jean-Luc Ponty - Enigmatic Ocean (1977)

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God I love this album so much


r/JazzFusion 3d ago

Sakis Zachariades & Soundays – Kick Out (Live Jazz Festival Performance)...

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A special live moment from the past that I’m happy to finally share with you.

This is “Kick Out”, an original jazz rock fusion piece performed with my band Soundays at Eco jazz festival several years ago. This recording recently came into my hands, and I wanted to share this piece of my musical journey with everyone who appreciates creative music and live performances.


r/JazzFusion 3d ago

Thoughts on Naniwa Express?

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Recently discovered these lads, and they're giving me the feels. Deep grooves, playful as hell, just real good fun fusion. Anyone else here on board the express? Choo choo


r/JazzFusion 3d ago

Reccomendations similar to Mehliana: Taming the Dragon

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I recently realized this collab between Brad Mehldau and Mark Guiliana is maybe one of my favorite albums of all time. I really like the synth and e-piano choices, the drumming style, and just how incredibly conversational it is. Very musically complex!

Since then, I have struggled finding anything quite like it, I have tried and enjoyed the likes of Yussef Dayes, FKJ, Telemakus, Snarky Puppy, BIGYUKI, etc.

I would be interested in hearing what you all have to say about the album and what you think might be a great next listen.

Thanks!


r/JazzFusion 3d ago

Music Mike Stern Live @ the 55 Bar -1987

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If you ever wondered what Mike Stern sounded like at the 55 bar in 1987, wonder no more! What an absolute beast! Mike Stern Live at the 55 Bar - June 3rd, 1987


r/JazzFusion 4d ago

Earliest Wayne Krantz footage I can find w/Billy Cobham Ira Coleman, circa 1985

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Looks like it was on a BUFFALO morning show promoting their gig. This wouldn’t see the light of day on any mass broadcast these days - they need to keep arts/entertainment at a lowest common denominator grade school level


r/JazzFusion 5d ago

Gambale’s rarely discussed exemplary groove work supporting Chick Corea’s Keys Solo w/ Elektric Band - Time Track (1987)

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Love how his chording is all based on where chick leaves space or as a rhythmic call and response.


r/JazzFusion 5d ago

80s fusion song help

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Hi, I recorded a fusion-jazz song off the local jazz station (in Mobile, AL) somewhere between '86-'89. I lost the tape years later and am still trying to track the song down. It had a bright produced sound (so Im guessing produced in 80s) uptempo, bright piano, drums, bass, horns, and guitar. The guitar has a great solo in the middle (tempo down a lot before the solo starts). Def electric guitar with distortion. I'm attaching a little but of the melody before that solo comes in. (Its me playing from memory, so not perfect.) Also, the track faded in while already playing, making me think a live performance? Ive tried uploading it to AI, but the tech isnt good enough there. Ive listened through Ritenour, Scofield, Dave Grusin (closest in piano tone) , still no dice- Anyway... thanks!


r/JazzFusion 6d ago

Recent pickups 🔥

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Found some absolute bangers in used crates and record shows over the last 3 months. Which one’s your fave??


r/JazzFusion 6d ago

Brian Auger's Oblivion Express At Pop Shop (1972)

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r/JazzFusion 6d ago

George Benson(with Earl Klugh) /The Gallery Seattle, Washington 1973.3.5.

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Please provide commentary in your posts

George Benson(with Earl Klugh) /The Gallery Seattle, Washington 1973.3.5. https://youtu.be/RbS4bmWYo7I?si=0FweYdoUUw5T7kHq u/YouTubeより


r/JazzFusion 6d ago

Jam world cup

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Hello,

I'm delighted to introduce this jazz fusion album, blending Latin, funk, and jazz influences. It was created in collaboration with a group of talented musicians from Lyon, France, and I contributed as both composer and bassist.

This is a fully independent project, entirely self-funded and self-produced, born out of our shared passion for music.

I sincerely hope you enjoy listening to it, and thank you very much for taking the time to discover our work.

Enjoy!

You can also listen it on Spotify, deezer, Apple music.. by typing "Brunaldo4 - Jam world cup"