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Masters who perform jazz fusion: A roundup of representative international artists

Jazz fusion, a genre where various elements blend together, has captivated many music fans with its free-ranging textures and innovative sound.

Through performances that transcend the boundaries of instruments like piano and saxophone, artists who breathed new life into the traditional elements of jazz have opened up new possibilities in music.

In this article, we introduce pioneering international figures and accomplished musicians essential to any discussion of jazz fusion.

Enjoy the allure of their groundbreaking sound in these pages!

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Masters who perform jazz fusion: A roundup of representative international artists
show_chartTitlePlaylistOne point
1eastNew York on My MindJohn McLaughlinGuitarist McLaughlin, who revolutionized jazz
2eastBirdlandJoe ZawinulA genius keyboardist creates innovative jazz
3eastRed BaronBilly CobhamThe innovative music of jazz drummer Cobham
4eastThe ChickenJaco PastoriusThe musical world of revolutionary bassist Jaco
5eastLooking GlassAllan HoldsworthInnovative guitarist, Allan Holdsworth
6eastSnake OilTony WilliamsThe shock of Tony Williams, the revolutionary of jazz
7eastFootprintsWayne ShorterWayne Shorter's Jazz Magic
8eastMiami Vice ThemeJan HammerCzech-born keyboardist and world-renowned jazz fusion musician
9eastChameleonHerbie HancockFusing a rich variety of musical styles with jazz as the foundation...
10eastFeel Like Makin’ LoveLarry CoryellCoryell, a pioneer of fusion music
11eastChromazoneMike SternA jazz-rock guitarist delivering a breathtaking performance
12eastSchool DaysStanley ClarkeStanley Clarke, the revolutionary of jazz fusion
13eastWay Back HomeSteve GaddThe appeal of the world-renowned drummer, Steve Gadd
14eastRace With Devil On Spanish HighwayAl Di MeolaAl Di Meola, soul-stirring music
15eastAre You Going with Me?Pat MethenyAmerican jazz guitarist Pat ...
16eastSpainChick CoreaChi... an American jazz pianist and composer
17eastWinelightGrover Washington Jr.Based on jazz, with elements of rock, soul, and more…
18eastRIO FUNKLee RitenourLee, a native of Los Angeles, California, ...
19eastRun for CoveMarcus MillerAmerican bassist Marcus Mila...
20eastRoom 335Larry CarltonA guitarist who made a name for himself on the fusion scene...
21eastSpike’s SongFrank GambaleThe innovations of guitar wizard Frank Gambale
22eastCountdownVictor BaileyVictor Bailey's scat bass
23eastWestchester LadyBob JamesCentered on the fusion of jazz and classical music, pop...
24eastMelodies Of LoveJoe SampleBased on jazz, with elements of rock, soul, and Latin...
25eastSongbirdKenny GMr. Kenny G is known for smooth jazz and adult...
26eastMas Que NadaAl JarreauA wide range of genres, including jazz, R&B, and pop…
27eastChicago SongDavid SanbornAmerican saxophonist David San...
28eastBreezin’George BensonMr. George Benson is known for jazz and R&B...
29eastReach OutGeorge DukeAmerican-born pianist George Du...
30eastSong For BilbaoMichael BreckerThe tenor sax world’s treasured gem, Michael Breck...