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Smooth jazz is a subgenre of jazz that emerged in the 1970s. It is characterized by its mellow sound, often featuring saxophone, piano, and guitar. Smooth jazz is often used as background music in restaurants, elevators, and other public spaces. Some of the most popular smooth jazz artists include Kenny G, Grover Washington Jr., and Sade.

Smooth jazz has been criticized for being too commercial and lacking the improvisational qualities of traditional jazz. However, it remains a popular genre, and its popularity has helped to introduce jazz to a wider audience.

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