Bands & artists like Acker Bilk

If you like Acker Bilk, 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

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Oliver Nelson

Oliver Nelson

Shared genres: jazz

bebop hard bop jazz
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Alphonse Mouzon

Alphonse Mouzon

Shared genres: jazz

blues jazz jazz fusion
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

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Higher popularity

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz
Fontella Bass

Fontella Bass

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blues pop music post-bop
Beth Hart

Beth Hart

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blues blues rock jazz fusion

Common questions

Who sounds like Acker Bilk?

Artists similar to Acker Bilk include Charles Mingus, Oliver Nelson, Marian McPartland and Sun Ra. Each shares elements of Acker Bilk's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Acker Bilk?

Acker Bilk is primarily known for jazz. Bilk’s music unfolds with a languorous grace, highlighted by spacious phrasing and an emphasis on melodic repetition that draws the listener into its emotional depths.

Where should I start if I like Acker Bilk?

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