r/modernjazz
A subreddit featuring newer/modern era jazz recordings. In the spirit of Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea, Pat…
How to think about r/modernjazz
This community is dedicated to exploring and sharing modern jazz recordings, celebrating innovative artists who push the boundaries of the genre. Members discuss a wide range of contemporary jazz styles, from soulful improvisation to experimental soundscapes, drawing inspiration from legendary figures like Charlie Parker and Miles Davis. The focus is on creative, forward-thinking musicians who contribute to the evolving landscape of jazz music today.
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Audience
Participants in this community are typically jazz enthusiasts, ranging from casual listeners to dedicated musicians and critics. The audience is likely to be diverse in age but shares a deep appreciation for the genre's evolution and innovation. Members engage with the music on an emotional level, valuing creativity, improvisation, and the unique soundscapes that modern jazz offers.
Posting culture
Content that thrives in this community includes album reviews, artist spotlights, and discussions about new releases and live performances. Members appreciate thoughtful commentary and original insights, while promotional posts or overly commercial content tend to be downvoted. The community encourages regular engagement, with members frequently sharing new finds and participating in discussions about the latest trends in modern jazz.
Brand engagement notes
Brands looking to engage with this community should focus on authenticity and genuine appreciation for modern jazz rather than overt promotion. Collaborating with artists or sharing exclusive content, such as behind-the-scenes footage or interviews, can resonate well. Additionally, brands should avoid spammy tactics and instead contribute to discussions, share relevant music, or highlight innovative projects that align with the community's values. Building relationships through meaningful interactions is key to successful engagement.
Top keywords
What r/modernjazz talks about
Weighted by how often each term appears in posts and comments, relative to baseline frequency. The largest words are the strongest signals of community focus.
External signals
Where the community looks
Top external domains linked from posts and comments — a quick read on the sources of truth this audience trusts.
- youtu.be
- youtube.com
- open.spotify.com
- jazzwise.com
- v.redd.it
- downbeat.com
- daily.bandcamp.com
- i.redd.it
- jazztimes.com
- intlanthem.bandcamp.com
- glidemagazine.com
- popmatters.com
- theguardian.com
- orcd.co
- andyhay.bandcamp.com
- butcherbrownmusic.bandcamp.com
- tyshawn-sorey.bandcamp.com
- londonjazznews.com
- thebebopchannel.lightcast.com
- pyjaen.bandcamp.com
Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/ModernJazz-2K20
- u/onlyforjazzmemes
- u/Poopigi
- u/AMPenguin
- u/hilgi
- u/amanita313
- u/[deleted]
- u/Carolina_Heart
- u/bensonic88
- u/Dsportfan
- u/UncDpresents
- u/Kbondrums
- u/Wilson1031
- u/Independent_Time_119
- u/projazznet
- u/SomekindaStory
- u/sonofaclit
- u/itselectro
- u/h-musicfr
- u/apeloverage
- u/any1particular
- u/cheesepage
- u/A_Monster_Named_John
- u/logiotek
- u/Curly_Chris
- u/Subharaj_Ghosh
- u/heavyhangsthehead
- u/MaxThNyfe
- u/Fabulous-Tea-6444
- u/birdistheworm
- u/quat1e
- u/kamomil
- u/ckbois
- u/JazzabProduction
- u/DIW_Plews
- u/Zistuh
- u/JazzMode_F
- u/GoodLadDoGood
- u/notmaxkelly
- u/Picksologic
- u/EXTREME_PISS_DRINKER
- u/UK-jazzhead
- u/windviento
- u/michab787
- u/MisterJimmy2011
- u/A-Men98
- u/LefterisUR
- u/LearnNot
- u/Negative_Opinion_49
- u/Woarman
- u/tomhaverford
- u/Evras06
- u/shelbyerickson
- u/eebyak
- u/yousickduck
- u/mettle
- u/Tim_Bracken
- u/joyofresh
- u/Janno2727
- u/zoeystardust
- u/ImaginaryNeck1652
- u/Xthetracks
- u/AdAccording138
- u/privatepartsmillion
- u/postgenre
- u/EightpennyPie
- u/digdiggingdug
- u/n0n4m3_0
- u/The_SkinnySumo
- u/NiKarDesignGroup
- u/NunyoBizwacks
- u/EarthyBreakfast
- u/Spihumonesty
- u/WokeUpThisMorn
- u/GotsItGoinOn
- u/clems6belio
- u/fastermouse
- u/Manuclaros
- u/mumasmusic
- u/dirksologuitar
- u/petrjohans
- u/XtelRec
- u/mikehowes
- u/ProstetnicVogonJelz
- u/reesly
- u/OortyBoy
- u/negrol67
- u/Deep_Reference8353
- u/napxr
- u/everwonderedhow
- u/rodri08
- u/_WaltzforVenus
- u/omegacluster
- u/Picassobabes
- u/101Kotetsu
- u/Powledge-is-knower
- u/IcedPnR
- u/AlmightyAndrew54
- u/Fistul-a
- u/Dudiedude
By votes
- u/ModernJazz-2K20
- u/onlyforjazzmemes
- u/AMPenguin
- u/hilgi
- u/Poopigi
- u/Carolina_Heart
- u/[deleted]
- u/bensonic88
- u/amanita313
- u/sonofaclit
- u/any1particular
- u/notmaxkelly
- u/Independent_Time_119
- u/Picksologic
- u/Kbondrums
- u/Dsportfan
- u/cheesepage
- u/projazznet
- u/EXTREME_PISS_DRINKER
- u/SomekindaStory
- u/windviento
- u/UK-jazzhead
- u/Wilson1031
- u/michab787
- u/Curly_Chris
- u/UncDpresents
- u/A_Monster_Named_John
- u/MisterJimmy2011
- u/logiotek
- u/itselectro
- u/LefterisUR
- u/heavyhangsthehead
- u/A-Men98
- u/LearnNot
- u/tomhaverford
- u/Negative_Opinion_49
- u/Woarman
- u/MaxThNyfe
- u/Evras06
- u/shelbyerickson
- u/yousickduck
- u/mettle
- u/Subharaj_Ghosh
- u/eebyak
- u/apeloverage
- u/Janno2727
- u/zoeystardust
- u/digdiggingdug
- u/Tim_Bracken
- u/joyofresh
- u/AdAccording138
- u/privatepartsmillion
- u/postgenre
- u/Fabulous-Tea-6444
- u/h-musicfr
- u/ImaginaryNeck1652
- u/Xthetracks
- u/EarthyBreakfast
- u/quat1e
- u/EightpennyPie
- u/n0n4m3_0
- u/NunyoBizwacks
- u/Spihumonesty
- u/GotsItGoinOn
- u/XtelRec
- u/WokeUpThisMorn
- u/clems6belio
- u/Manuclaros
- u/OortyBoy
- u/kamomil
- u/The_SkinnySumo
- u/NiKarDesignGroup
- u/fastermouse
- u/mumasmusic
- u/dirksologuitar
- u/mikehowes
- u/reesly
- u/birdistheworm
- u/ckbois
- u/petrjohans
- u/Deep_Reference8353
- u/everwonderedhow
- u/101Kotetsu
- u/Powledge-is-knower
- u/DIW_Plews
- u/ProstetnicVogonJelz
- u/negrol67
- u/napxr
- u/rodri08
- u/omegacluster
- u/Picassobabes
- u/IcedPnR
- u/AlmightyAndrew54
- u/Fistul-a
- u/Dudiedude
- u/InArteMatt
- u/Aardvark51
- u/JazzCatJim
- u/imprintent
- u/JazzabProduction
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/ModernJazz-2K20
- u/[deleted]
- u/jjazznola
- u/AMPenguin
- u/any1particular
- u/onlyforjazzmemes
- u/durhamskywriter
- u/smileymn
- u/notmaxkelly
- u/A_Monster_Named_John
- u/el-efe
- u/No_Comfortable6029
- u/guitarmek
- u/AsheStriker
- u/Catholic_Spray
- u/RysGottaFly
- u/Faith-in-Strangers
- u/tedikuma
- u/VerdantAquarist
- u/rockedbottom
- u/beaumad
- u/rwoooshed
- u/rollerbladesRbitchin
- u/ComfortableLaugh1922
- u/Wintrgreen
- u/ratherlargepie
- u/EarthyBreakfast
- u/txa1265
- u/mindfone
- u/Gravity-Sucks
- u/MrFoxLovesBoobafina
- u/_shaftpunk
- u/Otterfan
- u/HistoryPaintings
- u/octanonopus
- u/-fiftyfiftyclown-
- u/Giovannis_Pikachu
- u/timbotheny24
- u/Detroitbeardguy
- u/bacontacooverdrive
- u/citro-naut
- u/_-0GGAllin0-_
- u/goodmammajamma
- u/CharlesGrogg
- u/forguffman
- u/Old_Court9173
- u/alexborowski
- u/Caughtupintriviality
- u/SV2F4DD-500
- u/Margamus
- u/english_major
- u/grateminds
- u/beeker888
- u/th30rum
- u/Nordlarakarsigelen
- u/RomyQuan
- u/Ondreyes
- u/A_late_tale
- u/FunkyMallard
- u/Wilson1031
- u/brianshazaaam
- u/LuMarq
- u/jazzydjone
- u/dodwalking
- u/joepeg
- u/gg_allins_microphone
- u/hanger_s
- u/mr_lounds
- u/alehartl
- u/dsch0925
- u/gurgelblaster
- u/Inquiring_Barkbark
- u/tuokretu
- u/oceansoveralderaan
- u/jazzandfunk
- u/smokeshack
- u/Marchin_on
- u/magic_tuxedo
- u/trickyrickysteve199
- u/scrapwork
- u/sameoldknicks
- u/Dollar_Pants
- u/VegaGT-VZ
- u/powhound15
- u/Ramen2000
- u/antpug
- u/Neenahchuck
- u/Black-Bruce-Wayne
- u/lazzzerbeans
- u/sg2544
- u/joyswiftlyliberates
- u/NiKarDesignGroup
- u/bier4brkfst
- u/ja5y
- u/bensonic88
- u/MaxThNyfe
- u/one_chord
- u/Euronomus
- u/sonofaclit
- u/RealDominiqueWilkins
By votes
- u/ModernJazz-2K20
- u/AMPenguin
- u/Detroitbeardguy
- u/jjazznola
- u/[deleted]
- u/RysGottaFly
- u/No_Comfortable6029
- u/VegaGT-VZ
- u/durhamskywriter
- u/smileymn
- u/hanger_s
- u/MrFoxLovesBoobafina
- u/onlyforjazzmemes
- u/Inquiring_Barkbark
- u/any1particular
- u/guitarmek
- u/Margamus
- u/dodwalking
- u/tedikuma
- u/bacontacooverdrive
- u/mr_lounds
- u/Faith-in-Strangers
- u/Wintrgreen
- u/_shaftpunk
- u/A_Monster_Named_John
- u/forguffman
- u/english_major
- u/MaxThNyfe
- u/Giovannis_Pikachu
- u/citro-naut
- u/AsheStriker
- u/th30rum
- u/alehartl
- u/smokeshack
- u/Marchin_on
- u/magic_tuxedo
- u/VerdantAquarist
- u/Neenahchuck
- u/joyswiftlyliberates
- u/ja5y
- u/FrivolousMe
- u/WokeUpThisMorn
- u/djangojojo
- u/notmaxkelly
- u/EarthyBreakfast
- u/grateminds
- u/FunkyMallard
- u/joepeg
- u/dsch0925
- u/gurgelblaster
- u/rockedbottom
- u/musicteafiend
- u/heathenbeast
- u/therealclowntearz
- u/Otterfan
- u/HistoryPaintings
- u/octanonopus
- u/el-efe
- u/_-0GGAllin0-_
- u/Old_Court9173
- u/alexborowski
- u/Catholic_Spray
- u/beeker888
- u/Wilson1031
- u/trickyrickysteve199
- u/NiKarDesignGroup
- u/bier4brkfst
- u/PiklRose
- u/AugustWest7120
- u/canuckistani_lad
- u/windviento
- u/jazmoley
- u/ThatWasMeInTheGHat
- u/ratherlargepie
- u/txa1265
- u/mindfone
- u/Gravity-Sucks
- u/timbotheny24
- u/SV2F4DD-500
- u/Nordlarakarsigelen
- u/Ondreyes
- u/A_late_tale
- u/brianshazaaam
- u/LuMarq
- u/tuokretu
- u/oceansoveralderaan
- u/scrapwork
- u/Dollar_Pants
- u/antpug
- u/Black-Bruce-Wayne
- u/lazzzerbeans
- u/one_chord
- u/Euronomus
- u/whipporwillsinging
- u/Clue_Apprehensive
- u/bakstenen
- u/ItsaBirdaPlane
- u/tessalasset
- u/peelemme
- u/eeeeeds
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FAQ
r/modernjazz — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/modernjazz have?
r/modernjazz has approximately 17,208 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/modernjazz created?
r/modernjazz was created on May 31, 2012 (14 years ago).
What is r/modernjazz about?
This community is dedicated to exploring and sharing modern jazz recordings, celebrating innovative artists who push the boundaries of the genre. Members discuss a wide range of contemporary jazz styles, from soulful improvisation to experimental soundscapes, drawing inspiration from legendary figures like Charlie Parker and Miles Davis. The focus is on creative, forward-thi…
What subreddits are similar to r/modernjazz?
Communities similar to r/modernjazz include r/jazzfusion, r/freejazz, r/vinyl_jazz, r/jazztheory, r/jazz.
Who are the most active posters on r/modernjazz?
The most frequent posters on r/modernjazz include u/ModernJazz-2K20, u/onlyforjazzmemes, u/Poopigi.
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