If you like Muhal Richard Abrams, try these artists

If you like Muhal Richard Abrams, 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

Charles Mingus

Charles Mingus

Shared genres: free jazz, jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

Shared genres: free jazz, jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

Shared genres: jazz

bebop classical music electro
John Coltrane

John Coltrane

Shared genres: free jazz, jazz

free jazz hard bop jazz
Joe McPhee

Joe McPhee

Shared genres: free jazz, jazz

free jazz jazz
Pharoah Sanders

Pharoah Sanders

Shared genres: free jazz, jazz

free jazz jazz
Jack DeJohnette

Jack DeJohnette

Shared genres: free jazz, jazz

free jazz jazz jazz fusion

Common questions

Who sounds like Muhal Richard Abrams?

Artists similar to Muhal Richard Abrams include Charles Mingus, Sun Ra, Herbie Hancock and John Coltrane. Each shares elements of Muhal Richard Abrams's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Muhal Richard Abrams?

Muhal Richard Abrams is primarily known for free jazz. Abrams’ music is characterized by intricate textures that shift through dense clusters of sound, creating an environment ripe with tension and release.

Where should I start if I like Muhal Richard Abrams?

If you enjoy Muhal Richard Abrams, start with Charles Mingus — their album "Newport Rebels" is a great entry point. Shared genres: free jazz, jazz