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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New Dawn is tenor sax over piano, upright bass sample and modern R&B drums. It has modern chords in two sections and a more pop third section with strong sax melodies throughout. Good for jazz radio. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Mysterious has a sound that fits the name. Hint of James Bond. Bending Piano over Electric Guitar, Piano, Bass and Drums. The bending piano gives it a unique sound. The background has mysterious chords. Great for film or tv scenes that are introspective or contemplative. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Jazz Fusion Urban Instrumental featuring a variety of modern and Jazz leading instruments with a uptime groove driving the them. Includes synth leads Electrical Guitar and Piano Solos. Great for Urban walk/drive scenes in movies and TV Shows and any scene which requires psychedelics' Jazz grooves, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
This cool jazz tune has got all those cool vibes. Its sexy and minimalist, colorful and soulful. Features the male voice humming a sexy distorted melody. This piece is simple and elegant, expressive & multifunctional. Great for any media in need of that sexy, bluesy, Jazzy kinda vibe. 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 cool descending minor vibe that heads into a relative major bridge. The melody is played between Saxophone and Piano. Then, our cool kitty spots a mouse and the chase is on! Double time explodes with a chase between Sax and Piano (Cat and Mouse) until 'cool' is restored. Homage to the stray cats. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Hip and cool, this retro jazzy piece features trumpet and bass. Mid-tempo, bright intense track, with strong drumbeat, piano, and a remarkable wind-section theme, it is perfect for creating an upbeat, yet hazy atmosphere. Great for productions that require a jazzy vibe, such as films, shows, commer, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Dark and smoky jazz tune with a film-noir feel. Sleazy speakeasies, gumshoes on the case, red-dress vixens in cocktail bars, cigarettes in the alleyway. Great for bringing a classic kind of cool to television, advertisements, video games. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Cool, mysterious, jazz blues piece featuring vibes, jazz guitar lead & real Jazz rhythm section with brushes on drums & bass. A classy downtown feel with nice easy going tempo. Romance, Mystery, Confidence, Class, Sophistication, understated. Real jazz band sound, featuring all real instruments. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
In the transition from Bebop to Cool Jazz, Miles Davis had to define what was Cool and what was not, and this track may help bridge that definition? Sax and Piano ease through the transition backed by Piano Trio and Guitar. Corporate Advertisement. Afro American Heritage, Lounge Jazz, Resorts. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Laidback with a Cool Jazz feel, featuring a Funky electric guitar riff and light drums that create a confident mood. A cool and sophisticated guitar riff pairs with a slowly smoldering lead guitar to give the perfect touch of attitude. There is a close and intimate feeling to the "room". Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Moody free style guitar and piano Jazz full of emotion, Wandering the city streets with all life passing you by, high rise cityscape at night, thinking about difficult decisions love, regret, hope, following clues trying to work it all out. Cool chilled Jazz for deep thoughts Improvised live feel. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Smooth Jazz number that borrows from the AOR genre of the late 1970s. Gentle breezy keyboards and soft electric guitars hint at the classics from the likes of Lee Ritenour, Neil Larsen etc. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A laid back and relaxed jazz piece of music, using some interesting rhythms and beautiful chord inversions. Smooth guitar and keyboard sound with the groovy backing ensemble. This piece is perfect for placing behind a wide range of visuals. Relaxing island music, Tiki Bar fun, happy hour, etc. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Jazzy Mist is a blend of electronic chill out music with a jazz guitar solo improvisation. A deep bass with a steady rhythm with ambient sound, combined with misty and mysterious electronic sounds and a guitar solo. Appropriate for lounge bars/hotels, easy listening or mysterious night life videos. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Backing rhythm track only, no voice or solo instruments. Great for an unobtrusive background bed. Rhythm guitars, bass, drums and keyboards. Bop feel but laid back. Hard bop. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A straight up club electro track with funky basslines and heavy beats. This track is upbeat with a heavy 4/4 rhythm. The beat switches up in the breakdown to an uplifting melodic part that builds to the main drop. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
cool jazz quartet with clarinet lead. Melody is light and playful. Nice B section release with piano improve. 4/4 meter and multiple keys moving in circle. Background Lounge traditional jazz cinema TV good for light comedy theme or friends walking in Central Park. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
This track is in the same vein as Miles Davis' recording of Stella By Starlight. Slightly sad and pensive, yet beautiful and expressive. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Smooth jazz with a quirky female vocal expressing a desire to be warmer, more loving and less "all business" with a gentle sweet swing. Sometimes being more sentimental is good! And a great whistle solo. Great for romantic comedy of working couple. Female Vocals, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Inspiring and happy Big Band with joyful electric piano melody and brass section. Crazy instrumental music With saxophones, trombones, trumpets, drums. Cheerful, funky and jazzy. Energetic and cool melodic. Entertaining swing time composition. For Tv Advertising, New Orleans, Louisiana Joyous feel, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Alto Saxophone led catchy West Coast Cool Jazz style. Inspired by John Coltrane, Miles Davis and Wes Montgomery. In particular look to the recording artists of the 'Blue Note' label between 1958-1964. A groovy hammond organ underlines the record in Lonnie Smith style and great hook on the Saxophone. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
CHILL GROOVE: Minor blues swing instrumental featuring clean electric guitar, accompanied by electric piano, upright bass and brush drums. The guitar plays a theme, improvises and then returns to the theme, the ensemble ends together. Relaxed 60's cool jazz feel, cool jazz. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
With its slinky percussion, cunning electric organs and wily bass lines, this shifty Jazz piece is the perfect fit for all adult based dramas, bar / lounge scenes and old-time crime productions, a.k.a. - film noir. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
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
An upbeat cool jazz number that would fit right into a dark, smoky, New Orleans speakeasy where the moonshine is flowing. A thick walking double bass line drives the energy of this swing groove counteracting the smooth and catchy trumpet melody. The sax takes over for the bridge. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Cool little tune with Guitar & Vibes swinging blues theme good for lounge jazz bar sophisticated bar scene TV Movie background or incidental mood music with other applications like walking style attitude swaggering high spirits along with colorful dynamics hot & cool expression Romantic with Humor, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A happy and sophisticated jazz waltz with infectious melody. This track works well for any number of commercial spots and TV underscore. A great mood setter and very thematic. Like the Charlie Brown music in tone. Soap opera or romantic comedy theme. Sex in the City, New York classy, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
CLASSICAL BLUES: Instrumental jazz track featuring hollow body electric guitar on lead, accompanied by brush drums and upright bass. Cool, mellow, 1960's feel with a jazzy swing and a theme in a minor key that resembles classical music with a bluesy edge. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Sultry and smoldering 1940's/1950 Pop Jazz song with a retro Blues feel. Features smooth and sexy female vocals, bluesy electric guitar, cool muted trumpets, sassy saxophone, steady upright bass, and laid back lounge style drums. Great for scenes featuring Bourbon Street, New Orleans, and Film Noir. Female Vocals, Pop, 50's Pop
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
A percussive piece with the ability to highlight the intense and/or the mischievous. Also applicable to situations of swagger, high stakes, and sophistication. Drums only. Instrumental, Drums, Drums Action Moderate
A haunting and mysterious jazz swing with many interesting twists and turns featuring piano, flute, guitar, bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Alto Saxophone led catchy West Coast Cool Jazz style. Inspired by John Coltrane, Miles Davis and Wes Montgomery. In particular look to the recording artists of the 'Blue Note' label between 1958-1964. A groovy hammond organ underlines the record in Lonnie Smith style and great hook on the Saxophone. Instrumental, Jazz, Acid Jazz
This loop only utilizes a jazz trio. It uses a medium fast tempo and has a cool feel with a simple texture. The sound quickly and easily suggests sophisticated jazz, great for radio or TV. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Hip and cool, this retro jazzy piece features trumpet and bass. Mid-tempo, bright intense track, with strong drumbeat, piano, and a remarkable wind-section theme, it is perfect for creating an upbeat, yet hazy atmosphere. Great for productions that require a jazzy vibe, such as films, shows, commer, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
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