If you like Carl Perkins, try these artists

If you like Carl Perkins, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

Artists to try next

Jerry Lee Lewis

Jerry Lee Lewis

Shared genres: country music, rock music, rockabilly

blues country music gospel music
Johnny Cash

Johnny Cash

Shared genres: country music, rockabilly

blues country music gospel music
Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley

Shared genres: country music, rock music, rockabilly

blues country music country rock
Jerry Reed

Jerry Reed

Shared genres: country music, rockabilly

bluegrass music country music country pop
Lonnie Mack

Lonnie Mack

Shared genres: country music, rockabilly

blue-eyed soul bluegrass music blues
Tennessee Ernie Ford

Tennessee Ernie Ford

Shared genres: country music, rockabilly

country music gospel music pop music
Wanda Jackson

Wanda Jackson

Shared genres: country music, rockabilly

country music folk music gospel music
Charlie Rich

Charlie Rich

Shared genres: country music, rockabilly

Nashville sound Northern soul blue-eyed soul

Common questions

Who sounds like Carl Perkins?

Artists similar to Carl Perkins include Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley and Jerry Reed. Each shares elements of Carl Perkins's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Carl Perkins?

Carl Perkins is primarily known for country and rockabilly. With its steady pulse and twangy guitar riffs, Perkins' music generates a vibrant tension that propels each narrative forward while maintaining an intimate resonance.

Where should I start if I like Carl Perkins?

If you enjoy Carl Perkins, start with Jerry Lee Lewis — their album "Soul My Way" is a great entry point. Shared genres: country music, rock music, rockabilly