If you like John Mayall, try these artists

If you like John Mayall, 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: blues rock, electric blues

How to get into Jimi Hendrix
acid rock blues rock electric blues
Eric Clapton

Eric Clapton

Shared genres: blues, blues rock

blues blues rock hard rock
The Animals

The Animals

Shared genres: British blues, blues rock

British blues blues rock hard rock
Chris Rea

Chris Rea

Shared genres: blues, blues rock, electric blues

blues blues rock electric blues
Gary Moore

Gary Moore

Shared genres: blues, blues rock

blues blues rock hard rock
Jake Bugg

Jake Bugg

Shared genres: British blues, blues, blues rock

Americana British blues blues
Steve Winwood

Steve Winwood

Shared genres: blues, blues rock

blue-eyed soul blues blues rock
Fleetwood Mac

Fleetwood Mac

Shared genres: blues, blues rock

blues blues rock hard rock

Common questions

Who sounds like John Mayall?

Artists similar to John Mayall include Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, The Animals and Chris Rea. Each shares elements of John Mayall's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is John Mayall?

John Mayall is primarily known for blues rock, electric blues and British blues. The music pulses with rhythmic precision and dynamic shifts, creating a captivating tension that captures the essence of the blues tradition while pushing its boundaries.

Where should I start if I like John Mayall?

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