If you like Roy Ayers, try these artists

If you like Roy Ayers, 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

Herbie Mann

Herbie Mann

Shared genres: acid jazz, jazz

acid jazz bossa nova disco
Jimmy Smith

Jimmy Smith

Shared genres: jazz-funk, soul

funk hard bop indie rock
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

Shared genres: jazz, jazz-funk, post-bop

bebop classical music electro
Fontella Bass

Fontella Bass

Shared genres: post-bop, soul

blues pop music post-bop
Bing Crosby

Bing Crosby

Shared genres: jazz

Western swing country music easy listening
Miles Davis

Miles Davis

Shared genres: jazz

bebop cool jazz hard bop

Common questions

Who sounds like Roy Ayers?

Artists similar to Roy Ayers include Herbie Mann, Jimmy Smith, Herbie Hancock and Fontella Bass. Each shares elements of Roy Ayers's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Roy Ayers?

Roy Ayers is primarily known for soul, post-bop and jazz-funk. Ayer’s music pulses with hypnotic grooves and vibrant textures that encourage movement while maintaining an airy spaciousness throughout.

Where should I start if I like Roy Ayers?

If you enjoy Roy Ayers, start with Herbie Mann — their album "Reggae" is a great entry point. Shared genres: acid jazz, jazz