I'm a big fan of soul, funk, jazz, blues and a lot of classics(though with plenty of new as well), but here in Memphis, which is supposed to have some renown for that kind of thing, has a total drought right now. Is this the same everywhere else? Every single band making compelling pieces that aren't just generic sounds around here is either new-age or post-modern or some other lame sub-genre. I love the music, but it's all in the same category, like being stuck in a time machine locking you in the present, if that makes sense.
Another problem is that improv and such is in pretty awful condition as well. I'm trying to inject these ideas into others people's thoughts as well, but they're all off doing their own thing, not many people are into jamming. So, is there anyone on here that sees a similar trend where they love.