The best jazz bands in India that you need to listen to
MUSKAN GOSWAMI
Jazz music is a surreal form of music . It calms you and rejuvenates you completely . Internationally , jazz music enjoys a massive following and now , the Indian audience has been readily accepting this form of music in the past few years . We have curated a list of jazz bands that are creating phenomenal music in the Indian industry . Do take a note of these incredible musicians and get them in your playlist :
DRIFT
Drift is a band which has an excellent expertise in providing a classic jazz experience . The band launched their first album Nico in 2013 and ever since then , they have been creating amazing music . The band is known for fusing classical jazz with many elements of contemporary Bebop .
The Latination
The Latination is one of the very few Latin jazz bands in
India . This renowned band was formed in 2014 in Kolkata and ever since then , the band has played a crucial part in introducing this style of jazz music to the Indian audience . The Latination has a talented mix of French and Indian musicians . The band was founded by Emmanuel Simon who is a versatile musician from Paris . The Latination consists of three other skilled members as well .
UNK : The Radha Thomas Ensemble
This is one of the most well-known jazz bands in India . The band is Bangaluru based and is led by musician , Radha Thomas who is trained in Indian classical music . UNK was formed in 2011 and ever since then the band has been performing in India and abroad .
Fubar Ghetto
An instrumental jazz band from Delhi which offers its audience with ample of serene tunes and sounds . Formed in 2010 , the band has gradually made a good name for itself in the industry . The band is distinctively known for providing music inspired by classic rock , jazz and blues . Their music is smooth and carries an aura of sensuality .
Syncopation
One of the most popular jazz boy bands in India . The band is known for creating unconventional music . Syncopation blends elements of funk , swing and bebop . Founded in 2009 , the musicians have been producing music which is centered around soulful melodies with modern funky grooves with a touch of improvisations .
Rajeev Raja Combine
The band is experimental and unique in every sense . This band is known for creating fusion of melodic sounds of flute with classical and Italian jazz tunes . The vocalist of the band is also the flutist of the band . There is much popular music created by the band , including the album “ Cosmic Chant ”.
The Jazz B ’ Stards
A one-of-a-kind jazz bands which is playing not only with rhythms but lyrics as well . This band is probably the only Indian famous band which has brought sarcastic lyrics in jazz music . So , if you are personally fond of sarcasm , you are sure to like this jazz band .
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