Guru - Jazzmatazz (Volume 1) - 9260
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"Jazzmatazz" is a series of albums by the American rapper Guru, a member of the hip-hop duo Gang Starr. The "Jazzmatazz" series is known for its fusion of jazz and hip-hop elements, featuring collaborations between Guru and various jazz musicians.
The first album in the series, titled "Guru's Jazzmatazz, Vol. 1," was released on May 18, 1993. It was a groundbreaking project that brought together hip-hop and jazz in a fresh and innovative way. The album featured live jazz instrumentation, with Guru rapping over jazz-infused beats and accompanied by legendary jazz musicians.
The success of "Guru's Jazzmatazz, Vol. 1" led to the release of several more albums in the series:
- Guru's Jazzmatazz, Vol. 1 (1993)
- Guru's Jazzmatazz, Vol. 2: The New Reality (1995)
- Guru's Jazzmatazz, Vol. 3: Streetsoul (2000)
- Guru's Jazzmatazz, Vol. 4: The Hip-Hop Jazz Messenger: Back to the Future (2007)
Throughout the "Jazzmatazz" series, Guru collaborated with a diverse range of jazz musicians, including Donald Byrd, Roy Ayers, Herbie Hancock, Ronny Jordan, and many others. The albums showcased Guru's skillful lyricism and vocal delivery, blending seamlessly with the jazz instrumentation.
The "Jazzmatazz" series is highly regarded for its musical innovation and contribution to the evolution of jazz-influenced hip-hop. It remains a significant and influential project in the history of hip-hop music.
