Jazzhop is a genre of electronic music that combines elements of jazz and hip hop (surprisingly?). Its tracks often feature jazzy instrumentation, hip hop beats, and occasionally laid-back vocals.
Now, you literally know everything. Enjoy jazzy beats to the fullest. Still, let me show you some examples and dive a bit deeper.
History of Jazzhop
The history of this genre is surprisingly short. It can be traced back to the early 1990s. In the early days, jazz-hop was often referred to as “acid jazz” or “downtempo.” We started referring it as jazzhop in the ’00s I believe. Some of the earliest pioneers include DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince, Us3, and Thievery Corporation. Later many others such as Nujabes or The Roots and Miles Davis were considered to be one. Still, I believe it is a sub-genre and most artists have some songs that can be referred to as jazz-hop songs, while others are less like it.
Main characteristics
Jazzhop is typically characterized by its jazzy instrumentation and hip hop beats. The tracks often feature smooth saxophones, funky basslines, and occasionally soulful vocals.
There are many different subgenres of jazzhop, including:
- Acid jazz
- Downtempo
- Neo-soul
- Trip hop
- Chillwave
Conclusion
Jazzhop is a diverse and evolving genre of electronic music. It is often used as background music for relaxation, studying, or working. With regard to trending, I believe it is likely to continue to grow in popularity in the years to come. Especially after these years and the current changes in work trends. I mean more and more people to work from home. WOrking in silence on the other hand is ineffective. I see an increasing trend and need for instrumental beats. Beats that boost home office and concentration in general. Jazzhop offers a perfect opportunity for this. Hopefully, more and more artists will rediscover this genre in the future and produce more dope beats. Let’s look forward to it.
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