Featured Jazz Videos

Brazil Meets Sweden: Samuel Pompeo & Mattias Nilsson Live | A Fusion of Jazz & Culture

Samuel Pompeo
Duration: 03:33
1,405 views

Experience an extraordinary musical fusion as Brazilian saxophonist Samuel Pompeo and Swedish pianist Mattias Nilsson unite to explore the deep connections between Brazilian and Swedish instrumental music. From the infectious rhythms of choro and samba to the refined melodies of Sweden, this performance showcases jazz improvisation, rich harmonies, and cultural storytelling. Joined by Gustavo Boni (bass) and Vitor Cabral (drums), this quartet bridges hemispheres, delivering a mesmerizing and soulful experience.

Recommended by Oh! Jazz.

Mary Ancheta Quartet – A Genre-Bending Jazz & Electro-Funk Fusion!

Mary Ancheta
Duration: 02:59
1,476 views

Experience the electrifying sound of the Mary Ancheta Quartet as they push the boundaries of jazz and electro-funk with raw, high-energy performances! Inspired by the likes of Squarepusher, The Meters, John Scofield, and Prince, this powerhouse group delivers irresistible grooves, arresting melodies, and cinematic jazz with an edge.

Recommended by Oh! Jazz.

Dog Day Afternoon

Andrea Wolper
Duration: 5:23
1,490 views

The official video for jazz vocalist Andrea Wolper's performance of Wayne Carson's “Dog Day Afternoon," featuring Charlie Burnham on violin. The track is from Andrea's recent album, “Wanderlust," also featuring John Di Martino (piano), Ken Filiano (bass), Michael TA Thompson (drums), and Jeff Lederer (clarinet, flute, co-producer). The video was directed by Los Angeles actor Shiloh Fernandez (The Odyssey, Red Riding Hood, Evil Dead, Jericho), who also stars, alongside Emily Tremaine. “Wanderlust" (Moonflower Music), Wolper’s fourth album as a leader, was met with critical raves. A mainstay of the New York jazz scene, she has headlined in top clubs, tours in the U.S. and abroad, and records and performs for other artists across jazz genres.

Recommended by Michael Ricci.

Imma Express

Imma Express
Duration: 4:12
1,480 views

Afro-Sebene-Jazz From The Middle East. Led by award-winning jazz violinist Omer Ashano‬, Imma Express' project music is born out of the blend of guitar-driven Central-African Sebene music with the improvisational sensibilities of jazz musicians of different backgrounds to create compositions that push the envelope of several African music styles and American jazz yet a performance that is energized and approachable by anyone. The sounds of Tel Aviv’s central bus station, encompassing the music of the city’s African diaspora, inspire the core voice of Imma Express’ music.

Recommended by Michael Ricci.

Flamenco Meets Latin Jazz! Olivia Pérez-Collellmir & All-Star Band LIVE in Madrid

Olivia Perez-Collellmir
Duration: 04:02
1,527 views

Experience an extraordinary night of music with virtuoso pianist Olivia Pérez-Collellmir, whose artistry weaves together the passion of Latin jazz, the fire of flamenco, and the elegance of chamber music. Recorded live at Sala Villanos, Madrid, this performance features an all-star ensemble, including the legendary Carles Benavent on bass and Grammy-winning dancer Nino de Los Reyes, delivering a spellbinding musical journey. From fiery improvisations to soulful melodies, the ensemble pushes the boundaries of jazz and world music.

Recommended by Oh! Jazz.

Benny Benack III Ignites the Stage with Swinging Jazz & Soulful Vocals

Benny Benack III
Duration: 04:18
1,748 views

Get ready for another thrilling segment from Benny Benack III’s unforgettable live performance at Con Alma, Pittsburgh! This highlight showcases the charismatic trumpeter and vocalist delivering high-energy jazz infused with post-bop brilliance and timeless swing. Performing selections from his acclaimed album Third Time's The Charm--which soared to #2 on the JazzWeek National Radio Charts--Benack seamlessly blends virtuosic trumpet solos with suave, Sinatra-esque vocals. A true showman with deep Pittsburgh roots, he continues to shape modern jazz while honoring his family's rich musical legacy.

Recommended by Oh! Jazz.

Experience the Soul of Brazilian Jazz with Henrique Mota Live!

Henrique Mota
Duration: 04:24
1,964 views

Experience the brilliance of Henrique Mota, a standout figure in the Brazilian instrumental jazz and fusion scene, performing live at JazzB, São Paulo. A classical piano graduate from Fundação das Artes, Henrique Mota has captivated audiences across Brazil and beyond, sharing the stage with iconic musicians like Toninho Horta, Filó Machado, Celso Pixinga, Thiago Espírito Santo, Cuca Teixeira, and many others. Known for his masterful blend of jazz and Brazilian music, Mota has performed at prestigious events such as São Paulo Jazz Weekend, where he joined global icons like Dianne Reeves and Shai Maestro. In this concert highlight, Mota brings his unique artistry to life, showcasing tracks from his acclaimed album É Pra Jazz , which earned recognition with 3.5 stars on All About Jazz. Get ready for virtuosic piano playing, dynamic improvisations, and the infectious rhythms of contemporary Brazilian instrumental music.

Recommended by Oh! Jazz.

Jazz Hot

Django Reinhardt
Duration: 6:20
2,088 views

A remarkable short film with guitarist Django Reinhardt, violinist Stéphane Grappelli and their band the Quintette du Hot Club de France performing on a movie set in 1938. The film was hastily organized by the band’s British agent Lew Grade as a way to introduce the band’s unique style of guitar and violin-based jazz to the British public before their first UK tour.

Recommended by Randall Robinson.

Living Standards Teaser

Karl Latham
Duration: 1:03
2,094 views

Living Standards II is protean drummer Karl Latham’s second adventurous jazz/jam journey exploring smash pop and rock hits that have become modern standards, following the well-received Living Standards (2016) featuring Mark Egan and Vic Juris.

Living Standards II once again pairs Latham with good friend and iconic bassist Mark Egan and renowned guitarist Mitch Stein (Brecker Brothers, David Sanborn, Steve Kimmock). Top tier musicians, keyboardist Henry Hey (David Bowie, Bill Evans, Tedeschi/Trucks), renowned percussionist Roger Squitero and special guest vibraphonist Wolfgang Lackerschmid join Latham in stirring the creative pot on several of the selections.

Living Standards II draws influences from Miles Davis’ electric groups and jazz fusion groups of the 1970’s inventively paired with iconic class rock hits including Crosby, Still, Nash and Young “Carry On”, Buffalo Springfield’s “Rock and Roll Woman” and Steppenwolf’s “Magic Carpet Ride.”

Recommended by AAJ Staff.

To Somewhere

Freysteinn Gíslason
Duration: 6:17
1,804 views

To Somewhere" is a song about the perpetual motion of life—how we are always moving, never truly still, much like life itself, in both its positive and negative currents.

Recommended by Michael Ricci.