If you like Tony Allen, try these artists

If you like Tony Allen, 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

Shatta Wale

Shatta Wale

Shared genres: reggae

Afrobeats dancehall highlife
Aya Nakamura

Aya Nakamura

Shared genres: Afrobeat

Afrobeat French contemporary R&B pop urbaine
Diamond Platnumz

Diamond Platnumz

Shared genres: Afrobeat

African popular music Afrobeat bongo flava
Peter Fox

Peter Fox

Shared genres: reggae

dancehall hip-hop reggae
Drake

Drake

Shared genres: reggae

contemporary R&B dancehall drill
Akon

Akon

Shared genres: reggae

Europop contemporary R&B dance-pop
Dr. Alban

Dr. Alban

Shared genres: reggae

Eurodance dancehall hip-hop

Common questions

Who sounds like Tony Allen?

Artists similar to Tony Allen include Shatta Wale, Aya Nakamura, Diamond Platnumz and Jesse Jagz. Each shares elements of Tony Allen's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Tony Allen?

Tony Allen is primarily known for reggae and Afrobeat. Each rhythm pulses with intricate layers of syncopation and subtle shifts, creating a groove that propels movement while maintaining a spaciousness that allows for contemplation.

Where should I start if I like Tony Allen?

If you enjoy Tony Allen, start with Shatta Wale — their album "Reign" is a great entry point. Shared genres: reggae