If you are interested in exploring some of the most soulful jazz music, it will be worth it for you to check out Lonnie Liston Smith. He is known to produce a magic sound when playing the piano and keyboards, so much that helped inspire the style Acid-Jazz. Particularly the music with his band The Cosmic Echos is great for listening if you are interested in psychedelic jazz-funk with a strong spiritual vibe. The music of Linnie Liston Smith primarily combines soul, jazz and funk with other influences, in a unique combination on each album.

Dreams Of Tomorrow is a great album if you like the sound of the 1980s. The musical styles on it vary throughout – you can hear typical jazz-funk, disco, and even a noticeable quiet storm aesthetic. One highlight is the song Divine Light, especially if want to listen to something soulful and funky. And A Garden Of Peace is a truly beautiful piano piece that has become a cult classic. The newsletter will highlight more fusion gems from this era.