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The Indian jazz scene is on a roll ! The popularity of this surreal genre of music is surely on a rise among the Indian audience . Just like in other countries , jazz music in India can be seen indulging in experimentations . The new-age Indian jazz bands and musicians are readily introducing perennial rhythms . Thus , the audience of jazz music has been tremendously increasing . Some of the major bands who have stirred the India jazz scene have been listed below . Do take a note of these incredible musicians and get them in your playlist :
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8 Jazz bands and musicians in India that you need to listen to

The Indian jazz scene is on a roll ! The popularity of this surreal genre of music is surely on a rise among the Indian audience . Just like in other countries , jazz music in India can be seen indulging in experimentations . The new-age Indian jazz bands and musicians are readily introducing perennial rhythms . Thus , the audience of jazz music has been tremendously increasing . Some of the major bands who have stirred the India jazz scene have been listed below . Do take a note of these incredible musicians and get them in your playlist :
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1 . HFT
HFT is jazz band of three members and is known for infusing jazz notes with Indian music in a savvy way . This is band undeniably tops the charts in the Indian jazz scene . To get a vibe of their music , check out their YouTube channel named , HFTMusicIndia .
2 . The Beer Puppets
Another amazing jazz band formed by 3 members . Based in Calcutta , this soothing band has slowly gained a national popularity . They usually club neo soul and experimental music with jazz . To listen to their calming and breezy music , search for their channel on YouTube .
3 . Syncopation
One of the most popular jazz boy bands in India . Syncopation experiences an immense fan following for their unconventional form of music . This jazz band is known for blending contemporary jazz tunes with funk and swing music . To check out their incredibly captivating work , visit www . myband . co . in and give a hear !
4 . Refuge
Totally fresh and truly mind-calming , this is a band in the Indian jazz block that produces music which is out-of-the-box . In this band , you are going to listen to a jazz quartet performing with an exquisite pianist . Sounds interesting , right ? Here to them once and you ’ ll crave for more . You can find Refuge at www . refugemusic . in
5 . The Vinay Kaushal Collective
Vinay Kaushal and his band members are known for creating the-new jazz music . They mix up serene jazz tunes with blues and rock ! Yes , it ’ s a treat for the ears . The Vinay Kaushal Collective was formed by Vinay Kaushal who studied music at the Guitar Institute of Technology , L . A . You can easily find their music on YouTube .
6 . Drift
Drift is a boy band which is popular for creating classic jazz music . Not just that , you will also find many of their songs fused with elements of contemporary Bebop . The band launched an album called Nico , back in 2013 , which is a complete masterpiece . To listen to the classical tunes of this jazz band , search for ‘ Drift Trio ’ on YouTube .
7 . Rajeev Raja Combine
Ever wondered what would the fusion of melodic sounds of flute with classical and Italian jazz tunes sound like ? Well , here is a band doing exactly that and much more . The flautist of the band is also the vocalist . You must listen to their album “ Cosmic Chant ”, it ’ s an incredible mix of delightful and intelligent music . Check out this band at www . soundcloud . com .
8 . The Jazz B ’ Stards
This jazz band is undeniably one of the most innovate Indian bands . They create modern jazz music in a truly exciting way . If you are fond of sarcasm , then you are sure to connect with this band deeply . You can visit their Facebook page and listen to their music easily .
Jazz is an exceptionally serene form of music . The jazz musicians spell a story even through their rhymes and tunes . It carries a ‘ readbetween-the-lines ’ kind-of beauty and thankfully , Indian audience is now exploring more of this genre . Thus , giving this music the love that it truly deserves .