If you like Zakir Hussain, try these artists

If you like Zakir Hussain, 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

Asha Bhosle

Asha Bhosle

Shared genres: Hindustani classical music, world music

Hindustani classical music Indian classical music Indian folk music
Ravi Shankar

Ravi Shankar

Shared genres: Hindustani classical music

Hindustani classical music Indian classical music
Pat Metheny

Pat Metheny

Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion, world music

Latin pop hard bop jazz
Sadao Watanabe

Sadao Watanabe

Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion, world music

bossa nova jazz jazz fusion
Herbie Mann

Herbie Mann

Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion, world music

acid jazz bossa nova disco
Shreya Ghoshal

Shreya Ghoshal

Shared genres: Hindustani classical music

Carnatic music Hindustani classical music filmi music
Miles Davis

Miles Davis

Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion

bebop cool jazz hard bop
Sonu Nigam

Sonu Nigam

Shared genres: Hindustani classical music

Carnatic music Hindustani classical music filmi music

Common questions

Who sounds like Zakir Hussain?

Artists similar to Zakir Hussain include Asha Bhosle, Ravi Shankar, Pat Metheny and Sadao Watanabe. Each shares elements of Zakir Hussain's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Zakir Hussain?

Zakir Hussain is primarily known for jazz fusion and Hindustani classical music. Pulsing with intricate rhythms and dynamic exchanges, each performance unfolds like a conversation steeped in both discipline and spontaneity.

Where should I start if I like Zakir Hussain?

If you enjoy Zakir Hussain, start with Asha Bhosle — their album "You've Stolen My Heart – Songs From R.D. Burman’s Bollywood" is a great entry point. Shared genres: Hindustani classical music, world music