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The Baylor Project

Grammy-Nominated Jazz Duo

Husband-and-wife duo blending jazz, gospel, and R&B with soulful vocals and innovative drumming.

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About

The Baylor Project is an eight-time Grammy-nominated jazz duo from New York City featuring vocalist Jean Baylor and drummer Marcus Baylor. Jean was previously a member of platinum R&B group Zhané, while Marcus was the drummer for Grammy-winning jazz quartet Yellowjackets. Their debut album The Journey (2017) topped the Billboard Jazz Chart, and their second album Generations (2021) won an NAACP Image Award.

Music Style

The Baylor Project creates an eclectic sound rooted in jazz, gospel, blues, and soul, generating spiritual, buoyant feel-good music that blends contemporary jazz with traditional R&B influences.

Background

Hometown
New York City, USA
Education
Temple University
Instruments
vocals, drums
Active
2013-present

Similar Artists

If you like Cassandra Wilson, Kenny Garrett, and Yellowjackets — you'll love this artist

Cassandra Wilson
Marcus Baylor toured and recorded with her; shares sophisticated jazz vocal approach
85%
Kenny Garrett
Collaborated with both Jean and Marcus; similar contemporary jazz aesthetic
85%
Yellowjackets
Marcus Baylor's former band; shares modern jazz sensibility and Grammy recognition
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Notable Collaborations

Cassandra WilsonKenny GarrettJohn ScofieldMarcus MillerBuster WilliamsJazzmeia HornDianne ReevesAdam BlackstoneRussell Ferrante
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