Well over the last few years, the music I listen to and play has evolved-- and I have developed an interest in some Jazz. Now at the moment, I have quite a specific style that I like, however I need some suggestions of other artists, songs and sub-genres to look at along these lines.
Obviously there are many, many styles of jazz, and I think it's something that will take time to develop a taste for. At the moment, the kind of thing that i'm looking for is like
Melody Gardot - Worrisome Heart. Those slow, gentle guitar chordings really appeal to me, however i'm not really sure what style this would be called (I'm guessing that it is very on the fringe of Jazz, a kind of crossover Jazz/Pop along with Nora Jones, Katie Melua and similar artists). I really like the female vocals, and the simplicity of the song, but would like to expand a little more-- at the moment, i'm not looking for the crazy brass soloing, but songs that are relaxing to listen to and play (like some Pat Metheney tracks).
Been meaning to post this thread for a while, so it's apt that we've been discussing the direction that the forum has taken, and what genres of music appear to be the most popular, even though the more regular posters don't listen to that kind of thing as much.
I wish everyone a very pleasant new year, and I hope that 2012 brings happiness and success to all!
Thanks :)
