Postmodern Jukebox: Modern Hits, Vintage Style
Postmodern Jukebox is a rotating musical collective founded by pianist and arranger Scott Bradlee, renowned for reimagining contemporary pop, rock, and R&B hits as vintage jazz, swing, doo-wop, Motown, and other classic styles.Founded by Scott Bradlee in his Queens apartment basement in 2011, Postmodern Jukebox began as a project to reinterpret modern songs in vintage styles. Gaining massive popularity through viral YouTube videos featuring exceptional vocalists and musicians, PMJ evolved into a global touring phenomenon. The project doesn't have a fixed lineup but showcases a vast roster of talented performers curated by Bradlee, releasing numerous albums and performing sold-out shows worldwide.
- Scott Bradlee started PMJ with almost no budget, filming performances in his basement, showcasing the project's humble, DIY beginnings.
- The group's breakthrough came with a vintage-style cover of Macklemore & Ryan Lewis's "Thrift Shop", which went viral on YouTube, fundamentally changing their trajectory.
- PMJ is known for its ever-changing lineup, having featured hundreds of musicians and singers over the years, including breakout stars like Haley Reinhart, Morgan James, Casey Abrams, and many others.
- Beyond covers, PMJ has toured extensively globally, performed a successful Las Vegas residency, and even created themed shows like "The Essentials" and "Life in the Past Lane".
- Bradlee's concept cleverly bridges generational gaps, introducing classic musical styles to younger audiences through familiar contemporary songs.