Smooth Jazz

Description

Smooth Jazz is a subgenre of jazz music characterized by its mellow, melodic sound, often featuring saxophones, guitars, and synthesizers. It blends elements of jazz, R&B, funk, and pop, creating a laid-back and easy-listening experience.

History

Smooth Jazz emerged in the late 1970s and gained popularity throughout the 1980s and 1990s. It evolved from the fusion of jazz with other genres like R&B and pop, aiming to create a more accessible and commercially viable form of jazz. Artists like Grover Washington Jr., Kenny G, and George Benson played pivotal roles in popularizing the genre.