If you like Cream, try these artists

If you like Cream, 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

Jimi Hendrix

Jimi Hendrix

Shared genres: acid rock, blues rock, hard rock

How to get into Jimi Hendrix
acid rock blues rock electric blues
Blue Öyster Cult

Blue Öyster Cult

Shared genres: acid rock, hard rock, heavy metal

acid rock hard rock heavy metal
Steppenwolf

Steppenwolf

Shared genres: acid rock, blues rock, hard rock

acid rock blues rock hard rock
Janis Joplin

Janis Joplin

Shared genres: acid rock, blues rock, hard rock

acid rock blues blues rock
Elton John

Elton John

Shared genres: rock music

glam rock pop rock rhythm and blues
Bee Gees

Bee Gees

Shared genres: rock music

blue-eyed soul disco pop music
The Who

The Who

Shared genres: hard rock, rock music

art rock classic rock hard rock
Ringo Starr

Ringo Starr

Shared genres: rock music

pop music pop rock rock music

Common questions

Who sounds like Cream?

Artists similar to Cream include Jimi Hendrix, Blue Öyster Cult, Steppenwolf and Janis Joplin. Each shares elements of Cream's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Cream?

Cream is primarily known for hard rock, heavy metal and psychedelic rock. Cream’s music pulsates with dense grooves and expansive solos that weave in and out of tightly controlled chaos, creating an exhilarating tension between order and freedom.

Where should I start if I like Cream?

If you enjoy Cream, start with Jimi Hendrix — their album "First Rays of the New Rising Sun" is a great entry point. Shared genres: acid rock, blues rock, hard rock