Best 100 vocal jazz releases

Vocal jazz is a form of jazz music that features singers or vocalists performing jazz standards or original compositions with a jazz influence. In vocal jazz, the voice is often used as an instrument, improvising melodies and harmonies alongside the instrumentalists in the band. Vocal jazz typically involves complex harmonies, rhythmic interplay, and a focus on improvisation. It emerged in the early 20th century and has since evolved and adapted to incorporate elements from other genres, such as soul, R&B, and pop music. Some notable vocal jazz artists include Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, and Louis Armstrong.