Bastard Jazz

MusiciansNew York, United States2-10 Employees

Based in Brooklyn, Bastard Jazz operates as an independent record label focused on beat-driven music and artist-centered collaboration across styles such as Dub, Latin, Hip-Hop, Afro, Downtempo, Disco, and House. Founded in 2001, the label has built a broad audience through vinyl releases and curated compilations, underscoring a cross-genre approach and a long-standing commitment to vinyl. Its roster spans artists from New York to New Zealand, signaling a borderless model for collaboration and distribution. The core team includes Aaron Schultz and Jay Marley, with Erik Schneider contributing to marketing and growth. Initiatives like the Tempo Dreams series have linked emerging talent with curators such as Tall Black Guy, Teeko, and Soul Clap, illustrating the label's role in fostering development within the global beat and electronic music communities.

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