If you like Koko Taylor, try these artists

If you like Koko Taylor, 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

Mavis Staples

Mavis Staples

Shared genres: blues, rhythm and blues, soul

blues rhythm and blues soul
Ike & Tina Turner

Ike & Tina Turner

Shared genres: blues, rhythm and blues, soul

blues blues rock funk
Etta James

Etta James

Shared genres: blues, rhythm and blues, soul

blues gospel music jazz
Ray Charles

Ray Charles

Shared genres: blues, rhythm and blues, soul

blues country music gospel music
Ben E. King

Ben E. King

Shared genres: blues, rhythm and blues, soul

blues rhythm and blues soul
Fontella Bass

Fontella Bass

Shared genres: blues, rhythm and blues, soul

blues pop music post-bop
Tweet

Tweet

Shared genres: soul, soul blues

acoustic music contemporary R&B neo soul
The Neville Brothers

The Neville Brothers

Shared genres: blues, rhythm and blues, soul

blues funk rhythm and blues

Common questions

Who sounds like Koko Taylor?

Artists similar to Koko Taylor include Mavis Staples, Ike & Tina Turner, Etta James and Ray Charles. Each shares elements of Koko Taylor's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Koko Taylor?

Koko Taylor is primarily known for R&B, soul and Chicago blues. The music pulses with gritty intensity, driven by robust rhythms that create an expansive space for Taylor's voice to command attention, weaving tension and release throughout each phrase.

Where should I start if I like Koko Taylor?

If you enjoy Koko Taylor, start with Mavis Staples — their album "Carry Me Home" is a great entry point. Shared genres: blues, rhythm and blues, soul