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Incognito – Don’t You Worry ‘Bout A Thing

The UK is known as a hotbed for acid jazz and has a longer history with the genre compared to other countries.

Among the legends in the history of British acid jazz is the group Incognito.

While Jamiroquai helped popularize acid jazz, it’s said that Incognito laid its foundations.

Their track “Don’t You Worry ’Bout A Thing” is one of their signature works, delivering lively acid jazz infused with a strong, era-evoking funk essence.

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Incognito – Still A Friend Of Mine

The early 1990s saw a boom in acid jazz.

One of the acts that found success in this genre was Incognito.

Formed in 1979, their band name is said to mean “anonymous.” Still a Friend of Mine is a 1993 release.

While it shimmers with a sense of brightness, it also has a certain calm that, curiously, puts you at ease even when you listen at night.

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Incognito – Always There

This is a classic club track by Incognito, featuring a grand, expansive house sound and an unforgettable vocal hook with universal appeal—one that gets heavy play even at peak time.

Its uplifting texture heightens the bright, feel-good vibe, elevated into an urban finish that particularly suits listeners in their 30s.

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A Shade Of Blue

Incognito is a band that represents “acid jazz,” a jazz genre that began in the UK club scene in the 1980s.

Although they formed in 1979, their major breakthrough came with the 1991 single “Always There.” As one of the flagship bands of acid jazz, their track “A Shade of Blue” was released in 1995, four years after their big hit.

Its laid-back beat, striking percussion, and calmly smooth vocal delivery create a gently swaying, blissful feel.

Even within acid jazz, it’s a particularly moody work.

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INCOGNITO “Hands Up (If You Wanna Be Loved)” from “Live In London – 35th Anniversary Show”

This is a relatively new track by Incognito, the masters of acid jazz.

In the generally warm-spirited world of acid jazz, its tense groove is captivating.

The opening “da-da” hit is incredibly tight, and when I heard it performed live with such convincing energy, it gave me goosebumps.

They’re an amazing band that can steal your heart with just a single, fleeting accent.

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INCOGNITO – Nights over egypt

As pioneers of fusion sound with a legendary status, Incognito deliver a late-night classic that spans from soothing ballads to high-energy tracks.

This sophisticated song exudes exceptional presence and comfort, with stylish production that creates a superbly refined vibe.

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Incognito – Talkin’ Loud

Centered on “danceable jazz,” Incognito is a quintessential acid jazz band born from the club generation.

Since forming in 1979, they’ve remained a towering presence—the pinnacle of London-born jazz-funk—still thriving in the 2020s.

“Talkin’ Loud,” from their classic 1993 album Positivity, is flawless on every front: a rock-solid yet supple groove from the rhythm section, irresistibly dance-inducing guitar chops, a lavish brass section, and Maysa Leak’s radiant vocals with superb vocal arrangements.

It’s guaranteed to put you in a happy mood just by listening.

Incidentally, the album was released on the label “Talkin’ Loud,” founded by Gilles Peterson, one of the creators of Acid Jazz Records, the label that helped spearhead the acid jazz boom.