Jamiroquai

United Kingdom, 1992–now

British band led by Jay Kay, formed in 1992 at the heart of the acid-jazz movement. Steeped in Stevie Wonder and '70s funk, hits like 'Virtual Insanity' and 'Canned Heat' made their groove-driven funk-pop a global success.

MusicRoots documents 2 artists who influenced Jamiroquai and 0 artists Jamiroquai influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.

Who influenced Jamiroquai?

• Stevie Wonder — Jay Kay built Jamiroquai on a deep love of Stevie Wonder — the phrasing, grooves and social warmth are steeped in his '70s work.
• Sly and the Family Stone — Sly and the Family Stone's psychedelic funk is part of the '70s soul-funk foundation of Jamiroquai's sound.