Best Jazz History Apps

190+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating

20 free apps

Updated July 2026

Jazz Radio+ is the household name in jazz history, but it's far from the only option. We track 190+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Top Picks for Jazz History

#1

Jazz Radio+ by Nick Culbertson

Streaming Radio Music Player

Editor's Choice

🎵 Music

4.8😊(2.2K ratings)

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Stream a vast collection of internet jazz radio stations, categorized by style like Bebop, Swing, Smooth, and Vocal. Enjoy background audio playback while browsing other apps. Discover new and classic jazz from around the world.

What We Love

🎶 Excellent music selection
🌍 Wide variety of stations from around the world
🔊 High-quality audio
👍 User-friendly interface

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional buffering or connection issues
💤 Lack of sleep timer or auto-off feature
🔍 Difficulty finding and saving favorite stations

#2

Utah Jazz by Jazz Basketball Investors Inc.

Strong Contender

⚽ Sports

4.7😞(17K ratings)

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Manage your tickets, access exclusive content, and enhance your game day experience. This app offers mobile ticketing, in-arena purchasing, live stats, and team news, transforming you into a super fan.

What We Love

💜 Favorite color theme
📰 Lots of content and news
🎨 Crazy fun to watch the Jazz
🎙️ Great radio feature

Room to Improve

🐛 Frequent streaming issues
🤯 Frustrating user experience
🔌 No Chromecast or AirPlay support

#3

Jazz24: World Class Jazz Radio by Pacific Public Media

Streaming Worldwide 24/7

Worth Considering

🎵 Music

4.8(263 ratings)

Free

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Stream the best of jazz music 24/7 from Seattle and Tacoma studios. Enjoy classic and contemporary artists, discover new talents, and stay updated with jazz news. Listen live, check playlists, and even watch performances.

More Jazz History apps to explore

JAZZ RADIO - Enjoy Great Music

JAZZ RADIO - Enjoy Great Music

Smooth Relaxing Classic Cool

Stream over 35 hand-programmed jazz music channels, from Smooth Jazz to Bebop. Enjoy background listening, track management, and CarPlay support. Premium offers ad-free listening and higher quality audio.

35+ hand-programmed jazz channelsCarPlay supportExplore styles list

free with in-app purchases

New Orleans Jazz Fest

New Orleans Jazz Fest

by Festival Productions, Inc. - New Orleans

This app serves as your official guide to a major music and heritage festival. Plan your visit by creating a personalized schedule, exploring the music lineup, and discovering food, crafts, and cultural exhibits. Navigate the event with an interactive map and stay updated on what's happening now.

Personalized music scheduleFull music lineup with searchFood and craft vendor information

🎬 Entertainment

The Jazz Groove

The Jazz Groove

Laid-Back Jazz. Internet Radio

Listen to a curated selection of laid-back, cool, and elegant jazz music across five unique internet radio stations. Enjoy audiophile fidelity with options to silence fund drives and promotional announcements for an uninterrupted, non-commercial listening experience.

Five unique jazz radio stationsHand-selected music by professional musicologistsAudiophile fidelity

Listen to a diverse range of jazz music, including Bop, Cool, Latin, and Blues, 24/7. Enjoy commercial-free broadcasts from the San Francisco Bay Area with excellent sound quality.

24/7 jazz broadcastsCommercial-free listeningDiverse jazz genres

🎬 Entertainment

Watch live jazz concerts now

Experience live and archival jazz performances from Jazz at Lincoln Center. Enjoy front-row access to concerts, interviews, and exclusive content on your devices. Subscribe for full access to season webcasts, club sets, and historic recordings.

Live jazz concertsArchival concert footageArtist interviews

🎬 Entertainment

KMHD Jazz Radio

KMHD Jazz Radio

by Oregon Public Broadcasting

Stream live jazz and blues music from Portland, Oregon. Enjoy a diverse range of styles including improvisation, soul, funk, bebop, and Latin jazz. This app provides a direct connection to a dedicated jazz radio broadcast.

Live radio streamJazz and blues musicLocal and international artists

Radio Tunes - great music 24/7

Radio Tunes - great music 24/7

Jazz, rock, decades, soft, pop

Access over 90 curated music channels programmed by genre experts. Enjoy a vast selection of music styles, from jazz and rock to pop and international hits, all available on demand. Stream music in the background, control playback from your lock screen, and save your favorites for easy access.

Over 90 hand-programmed music channelsCarPlay support for in-car listeningStream music in the background

by JAZZ.FM91 INC.

This app provides access to a unique jazz radio station, dedicated to enriching cultural and educational experiences through music. It aims to make jazz accessible to everyone, offering more than just a broadcast.

Discover musicJazz radio broadcastCultural enrichment

Live from jazz's premier venue

Experience live and on-demand jazz performances from a premier venue. Discover new music, watch exclusive concerts, and delve into artists' creative processes through engaging video shorts. Connect with the music, musicians, and the feeling of live jazz.

Weekly livestreamsOn-demand concert libraryVideo shorts with master musicians

Jazz Music Free - Smooth Jazz Radio, Songs & Artists News

Jazz Music Free - Smooth Jazz Radio, Songs & Artists News

by Juicestand Inc

Access a wide variety of jazz music, including smooth jazz and big band, through radio stations, music tracks, and videos. Discover new artists and read news about jazz legends and contemporary musicians.

15+ Jazz Radio StationsMusic Videos & TracksJazz News & Artist Info

by Rocky Mountain Public Media, Inc.

This app provides a live stream of jazz, Latin jazz, and blues music, alongside local news and event listings. It connects listeners to community culture and diverse programming from an independent public radio station.

Live music streamJazz, Latin jazz, and blues genresLocal news updates

KSDS Jazz FM 88.3 San Diego

KSDS Jazz FM 88.3 San Diego

by Jacobs Media

Listen to America's finest Jazz and Blues music from San Diego's premier Jazz station. This app offers award-winning programming that blends new artists with Jazz masters, presented by passionate hosts dedicated to preserving and promoting Jazz as a living art form.

Live Jazz and Blues streamingAward-winning programmingBlend of new and classic artists

Iowa’s Jazz Station

Listen to a diverse range of jazz music, from classic bebop to contemporary styles, along with jazz news and live concert broadcasts. This station offers a curated selection of jazz programming, including popular national shows and weekend specials.

Live jazz music streamingClassic and contemporary jazz stylesJazz news updates

Smooth Jazz Radio FM Live

Smooth Jazz Radio FM Live

Relaxing Sax & Smooth Grooves

Stream a curated selection of smooth jazz music for relaxation and focus. Access global news, daily horoscopes, weather updates, and currency exchange rates. Includes fun extras like Sudoku and quizzes.

Live smooth jazz radio stationsGlobal news updatesDaily horoscope readings

free with in-app purchases

by Newport Festivals Foundation

Your official guide to the Newport Jazz Festival. Access the latest lineup, schedule, and festival map. Receive important event alerts to enhance your festival experience.

Latest lineup informationEvent scheduleFestival map

by Clark Atlanta University, INC.

Listen to live jazz radio streams, pause and rewind live audio, and access on-demand programs. Explore content, view schedules, and use the alarm clock feature. Enjoy multiple HD channels for different jazz styles and student programming.

Live audio streamingPause and rewind live audioOn-demand program access

Naxos Music Library Jazz

Access one of the most extensive online jazz music collections, featuring over 252,000 tracks from thousands of artists and labels. This app provides a fresh design and enhanced features for exploring jazz.

Vast jazz music collectionOver 252,000 tracksThousands of jazz artists