JAZZ

By Status Ain't Hood Staff July 21, 2025
Coinciding with the recent release of their sophomore album Tuff Times Never Last, British London-based septet Kokoroko drops the visuals for their groovy single 'Da Du Dah'.
By Status Ain't Hood Staff July 16, 2025
Following a 3-year break, Dutch-born singer-songwriter Leven Kali returns with his genre-blending new EP LK99: The Prelude, released June 27 via Def Jam Recordings. The six-track project fuses R&B, funk, soul, rock, and psychedelic vibes.
By Status Ain't Hood Staff July 11, 2025
Eric Roberson drops his vibrant new single “Over You, Under You,” featuring Najee and Jayshawn Champion. Blending jazz and soul, the track is the second release from his upcoming 18th studio album Beautifully All Over The Place, out July 23. Roberson will support the project with a nationwide tour later this summer.
By Cleon Alert July 7, 2025
London artist Olympia Vitalis unveils her full EP People Watching , showcasing a rich blend of vintage jazz, modern soul, and British street soul influences. Her soulful vocals channel artists like Erykah Badu, while her lyrics offer sharp, graceful character studies. With a jazz-tinged palette and emotional depth, Vitalis delivers a striking debut that reveals wisdom and artistry beyond her years.