If you like Mdou Moctar, try these artists

If you like Mdou Moctar, 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

Tamikrest

Tamikrest

Shared genres: desert blues, rock music

blues desert blues rock music
Lana Del Rey

Lana Del Rey

Shared genres: rock music

baroque pop dream pop indie pop
Katy Perry

Katy Perry

Shared genres: rock music

dance music electropop gospel music
Fatoumata Diawara

Fatoumata Diawara

Shared genres: desert blues

Wassoulou music desert blues folk music
Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran

Shared genres: rock music

alternative rock folk music folk-pop
Miley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus

Shared genres: rock music

country music country pop dance-pop
Anastacia

Anastacia

Shared genres: rock music

blue-eyed soul contemporary R&B dance-pop
Tinariwen

Tinariwen

Shared genres: desert blues

desert blues world music

Common questions

Who sounds like Mdou Moctar?

Artists similar to Mdou Moctar include Tamikrest, Lana Del Rey, Katy Perry and Fatoumata Diawara. Each shares elements of Mdou Moctar's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Mdou Moctar?

Mdou Moctar is primarily known for desert blues. A tapestry of shimmering guitar lines interlaces with steady, driving rhythms, creating an expansive feel that pulses with urgency and reverberates like the vast desert itself.

Where should I start if I like Mdou Moctar?

If you enjoy Mdou Moctar, start with Tamikrest — their album "Tamotaït" is a great entry point. Shared genres: desert blues, rock music