soul jazz
25 women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making soul jazz. start at whatever level you're standing on.
the whole soul jazz guide: what it is, where to start, everyone making it →
level 1 · mainstream
the pop everyone knows
level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
Who are some women making soul jazz?
Shirley Scott, Ruby Turner, Marion Williams, Vi Redd, Lady Blackbird, and Nina Simone are a few. musicisforgirls.com/genres/soul-jazz/girls lists 25, sorted from mainstream to underground.
Who are some underground women making soul jazz?
Further out, try Shirley Scott, Lady Blackbird, Bobbi Humphrey, and Brandee Younger.
Where should I start with soul jazz?
Start with Nina Simone, then work your way out a level at a time.
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artists from musicbrainz and last.fm, updated 2026-10-22
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