Masterpieces of crossover. Recommended popular songs.
Here are some classic and popular tracks recommended by our studio staff from among the world’s leading crossover music.
It’s also a perfect playlist for those new to crossover.
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Crossover masterpieces. Recommended popular songs (31–40)
Change The WorldEric Clapton

Eric Clapton is a musician from Ripley, England, regarded as one of the world’s three greatest rock guitarists alongside Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page, and also known by the nickname “Slowhand.” He began his career as a guitarist in the 1960s with bands such as the Yardbirds and Cream, and has released solo works since 1970.
He is a guitarist who helped forge crossover rock genres such as blues rock, folk rock, hard rock, and psychedelic rock.
He is known for signature songs including “Tears in Heaven,” “Change the World,” and “Layla.”
Take Look AroundLimp Bizkit

Limp Bizkit is a nu metal band from Jacksonville, Florida, USA, formed in 1995.
Their sound is characterized by nu metal, rapcore, rock, alternative, and metal.
Popular songs include Behind Blue Eyes, Take a Look Around, Rollin’ (Air Raid Vehicle), Break Stuff, and My Way.
They are well known for their contribution to the Mission: Impossible 2 movie soundtrack.
FamilyMondo Grosso

Mondo Grosso is a band formed in Kyoto in 1991, originating as a spinoff from Kyoto Jazz Massive.
The band’s name comes from Italian, meaning “big world.” Centered around club music, they have many crossover tracks spanning acid jazz, soul, hip-hop, bossa nova, and R&B, as well as music rooted in digital styles such as house, breakbeats, and techno.
Their sonic evolution, from a band to a solo project, is also wide-ranging.
Gonna Be AlrightRobert Grasper Experiment

Robert Glasper is a jazz pianist, composer, and arranger from Houston, Texas, who debuted in 2003.
His crossover music, which blends jazz, R&B, and hip-hop, has been highly acclaimed, and he won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Album in 2013.
“Gonna Be Alright” was nominated for Best R&B Performance.
Everybody Loves The SunshineRoy Ayers

Roy Ayers is a jazz musician and vibraphonist from California, USA.
He became a professional vibraphonist after receiving a set of mallets from Lionel Hampton when he was five years old.
His fusion of jazz and funk has been rediscovered and appreciated by people in acid jazz, rare groove, and hip-hop scenes.
He is known for tracks such as Everybody Loves the Sunshine.
Crossover masterpieces. Recommended popular songs (41–50)
School DaysStanley Clarke

Stanley Clarke is a bassist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
In 1972, he formed a band called Return to Forever with Chick Corea and others, and they thrived as a fusion band in the 1970s.
He has influenced the crossover jazz scene, including jazz, jazz fusion, funk, and rock.
The Stanley Clarke Band won the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Jazz Album at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards.
Dream on DreamerBrand New Heavies

The Brand New Heavies are an acid jazz and funk group formed in 1985 in Ealing, a suburb of London, England.
Incorporating styles such as acid jazz, funk, and jazz rap, they have influenced the crossover/jazz scene.
Tracks like Dream Come True, Never Stop, and Stay This Way became hits in Europe and the United States.
They are also known for songs such as Dream On Dreamer, Midnight at the Oasis, and Sometimes.





