If you like Jimmy Smith, try these artists

If you like Jimmy Smith, 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

Masayoshi Takanaka

Masayoshi Takanaka

Shared genres: funk, jazz fusion, jazz-funk

city pop funk funk soul
Michael Henderson

Michael Henderson

Shared genres: funk, jazz fusion, soul

funk jazz jazz fusion
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

Shared genres: funk, hard bop, jazz fusion

bebop classical music electro
Miles Davis

Miles Davis

Shared genres: hard bop, jazz fusion

bebop cool jazz hard bop
Wes Montgomery

Wes Montgomery

Shared genres: hard bop, jazz fusion

hard bop jazz jazz fusion
Ramsey Lewis

Ramsey Lewis

Shared genres: jazz fusion, jazz-funk

jazz jazz fusion jazz-funk
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

Shared genres: hard bop, jazz fusion

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Jaco Pastorius

Jaco Pastorius

Shared genres: jazz fusion, jazz-funk

jazz jazz fusion jazz-funk

Common questions

Who sounds like Jimmy Smith?

Artists similar to Jimmy Smith include Masayoshi Takanaka, Michael Henderson, Herbie Hancock and Miles Davis. Each shares elements of Jimmy Smith's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Jimmy Smith?

Jimmy Smith is primarily known for funk, indie rock and jazz fusion. A driving groove emerges from tight bass riffs and dense chord progressions, creating an atmosphere that compels movement and connection.

Where should I start if I like Jimmy Smith?

If you enjoy Jimmy Smith, start with Masayoshi Takanaka — their album "JOLLY JIVE" is a great entry point. Shared genres: funk, jazz fusion, jazz-funk