In the late 1940's and 1950's cool jazz evolved directly from bop. Essentially it was a mixture of bop with certain aspects of swing that had been overlooked or temporarily discarded. Dissonances were smoothed out, tones were softened, arrangements became important again and the rhythm section's accents were less jarring. Because some of the key pacesetters of the style (many of whom were studio musicians) were centered in Los Angeles, it was nicknamed "West Coast Jazz." Some of the recordings were experimental in nature (hinting at classical music) while some overarranged sessions were bland but in general this was a viable and popular style. By the late 1950's hard bop from the East Coast ...
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Slinky cool jazz with trumpet lead, vibes, smokey guitar, drums, bass. A foggy night in an alleyway who knows who is up to no good. Extremely atmospheric. Spy vs. spy. Good for a spy / detective movie or a caper or heist. Basically slinking around. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A sophisticated and melancholy jazz ballad featuring a beautiful trumpet melody played with straight mute. Evocative of the cool jazz period, post-bop and artists like Miles Davis and Wayne Shorter. This track has an open, airy and textural 3/4 feel and great understated emotional intensity. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Uptempo, playful jazz trio. Nice jazz mood for lounge, city life, bustling night, happening people and everything that's cool. Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
A very direct and honest jazz swing tune with no hidden agenda featuring piano, vibes, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Hauntingly beautiful and slightly mysterious with a humorous side, this sultry jazz swing tune is full of ambiguity, featuring piano, acoustic guitar, vibes, acoustic bass and drums with brushes. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A cool, atmospheric jazz tune. Inspired by 60's cool jazz - swingin' chords with tasty vibes and flute - smooth but soft lead guitar with beat laying bongos. Mad Men, Advertising, Drama. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Uptempo, playful jazz trio. Nice jazz mood for lounge, city life, bustling night, happening people and everything that's cool. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
TV Detective cool blues Jazz theme with Guitar lead and Vibe doubling with break on the B section resembling the old time standard blues with complimentary solo's on both instruments while maintaining the blues theme integrity throughout until the surprise humorous ending. Unusual cool light&bluesy, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Upbeat instrumental jazz tune featuring flowing tenor sax and electric guitar melodies. Soaring real horn section, driving drums, groovy bass and keys round out the ensemble. Nice uplifting mood for an L. A. or New York skyline backdrop. Big soulful production great for travel shows and t.v. themes. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Lounge deep thoughts ambient sounds combined with Jazzy emotional Saxophone and a real drums and acoustic electric bass create a Chillout atmosphere ideal for stylish bars and coffee houses as well as films and TV ads. Inspired by the sounds of Tangerine Dream, Dizzy Gillespie, Brian Eno, Moby. Instrumental, Jazz, Chillout Jazz
A very chilled, relaxing and easy-going jazz tune for piano, bass and drums. Classy, elegant and delicate. Nice lounge jazz. Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
The scene could open on a beautiful, sexy girl in black silk stockings; or a ruffled private detective on route to meet a prospective client in LA. This is the music of "film noir", and it sets the scene for cool, cynical, smart action, danger and maybe even a quick romance. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A relaxed and slightly haunting jazz swing filled with a sense of relief that a trying time is possibly ended with guitar, piano, vibes, drums and acoustic bass. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Soft, contemplative jazz track. Mellow piano chords, accompanied by electric bass, soft drums, vibes and string chords. Reflective, melancholic and loving. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Rock Cool Swing Jazz featuring an electric clean guitar solo with a piano foundation as bass and drums setup the coolness factor with swank perfect for anything with a need for elegant class organic flavored "oh ya" factor koo4/4 swing this could be what you are looking 4 suitable 4 Film/TV/Internet, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Happy jazz theme inspired by those classic sixties sitcoms such as Bewitched, I Dream Of Jeannie and Father Knows Best. Great for spoofs and comedy. Retro kitch fun. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Moody, atmospheric and cool... with a muted trumpet out front this track makes excellent underscore when a noir feel is needed but can also suggest loneliness, desolation and a sense of mystery, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Feel good Jazzy instrumental with piano and percussion. Great background music for TV, Film, Documentaries, Websites and Animation. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A mysterious yet fun two-beat jazz swing tune that creates a desire for the unexpected things in life, with piano, bass, drums, vibes and guitar. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Straight ahead cool/bop swing with Horns on the head. Nice guitar solo.. Drums, Upright Bass, Piano, Horns, Influences by Monk, Evans, Rahsaan, Miles, etc. Nice fit for radio and lounge. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Dark muted trumpet is featured in this classy jazz piece. Warm, vibrant, and jazzy up-tempo track, with wind-section, double bass and light drumbeats. Perfect for productions that require a refined, sophisticated, and sexy backdrop, such as movies, commercials, and TV shows. Great for conveying a mu, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A little mysterious like someone with hidden talents and abilities that surprise, featuring piano, guitar, vibes, drums and bass. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
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The west coast sound, featuring mellow trumpet, smooth bass, sweet piano tinkling,and laid back in the pocket swing drumming. For the cool set. Get the shades out brothers and sister 'cause we're going to chillax. Oh yeah. Perfect for that retro post bop hip scene and cool cat dance party. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
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Jazz song in the style of Ocean's 11 and The Pink Panther. Features an Alto Sax lead with a full rhythm section and a brass horn section. This has appeal on a lot of levels, TV, Movie scenes. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A sad and lonely tune with a very deliberate tempo and phrasing containing comedic undertones featuring piano, electric bass, mandolin, alto flute, drums and acoustic guitar. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
An energetic and emotional jazz swing tune filled with excitement and adventure featuring piano, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A stylish, groovy and sensual cool jazz instrumental with a smooth alto sax melody and a sexy sax section. Ultra cool and hip with an urban jazz vibe. Pulsating and modern but with a slight 80's edge to it. Awesome music for any trendy lifestyle or New York art show or investigative show like NCIS. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A fusion of fast swing and slow funk with a very motivational pull, featuring piano, electric piano, guitar, bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
1950s cool jazz trumpet ballad, relaxing and warm ballad takes you back to the classic sounds of cat baker and Miles Davis. Perfect for an intimate scene where subtlety and relaxation is key. This track would be perfect for promoting a luxurious lifestyle filled with wonderful amenities. Very sexy! Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
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