Qobuz, a leading high-quality music streaming platform, has partnered with renowned jazz label ACT Music to release an exclusive holiday compilation titled “Into the Holiday Groove.” The 12-track collection features a mix of established and emerging jazz artists, offering a modern and vibrant take on the holiday season.
The compilation showcases the dynamic spirit of jazz through a blend of energetic rhythms, mellow sounds, and reimagined classics. Renowned artists like Nils Landgren, Michael Wollny, and Iiro Rantala share the spotlight with rising stars like Peter Somuah and Nils Kugelmann. Tracks like the reinterpreted “Lady Madonna” and the soulful “A Thought of You” exemplify the collection’s festive yet innovative approach.
Jazz holds a significant position on Qobuz, ranking as the third most streamed genre and the fourth most downloaded. The platform’s commitment to high-fidelity audio (Hi-Res 24-bit) resonates with jazz enthusiasts who appreciate the genre’s nuanced details and intricate harmonies.
“Into the Holiday Groove” is available exclusively on Qobuz for streaming and download in Hi-Res 24-bit, starting today.
Here’s the tracklist:
1. Lady Madonna (Nils Landgren, Michael Wollny & Wolfgang Haffner with Lars Danielsson)
2. Tutto (Julian & Roman Wasserfuhr with Tim Lefebvre & Nate Wood)
3. Stay Now (Joel Lyssarides)
4. Gates to the Land of Wonders (Daniel García Trio)
5. How Does It Feel Bill (Laurance & Michael League)
6. Africa (Leszek Mozdzer, Lars Danielsson & Zohar Fresco)
7. Tough Stuff (Iiro Rantala with Conor Chaplin & Anton Eger)
8. Fool’s Gold (Jacob Karlzon 3)
9. A Thought of You (Peter Somuah)
10. Maybe I’m Amazed (Ulf Wakenius with Lars Danielsson & Magnus Öström)
11. Joy of Life (Wolfgang Haffner)
12. Unexpected Love (Nils Kugelmann with Luca Zambito & Sebastian Wolfgruber)
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