Bands & artists like Adele

If you like Adele, 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.

New to Adele? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Lana Del Rey

Lana Del Rey

Guide

Lana Del Rey's cinematic soundscapes and melancholic themes resonate with Adele's emotional depth, creating a similar atmosphere in their music.

baroque pop dream pop indie pop
Emeli Sandé

Emeli Sandé

Guide

With her rich, soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics, Emeli Sandé offers a sound that aligns closely with the emotional intensity found in Adele's work.

contemporary R&B rhythm and blues soul
Leona Lewis

Leona Lewis

Leona Lewis shares a powerful vocal style and a penchant for dramatic ballads, akin to the soaring choruses that characterize Adele's songs.

pop music
Norah Jones

Norah Jones

Norah Jones combines elements of jazz and soul with introspective lyrics, similar to the restrained yet impactful instrumentation found in Adele's music.

blues country music folk music
Sia

Sia

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Sia's ability to convey deep emotion through her powerful vocals and anthemic pop production parallels the cathartic moments present in Adele's songs.

electropop indie pop
Jessie Ware

Jessie Ware

Jessie Ware's blend of soul and pop, along with her smooth vocal delivery, creates a sophisticated sound reminiscent of Adele's style.

rhythm and blues
Florence + the Machine

Florence + the Machine

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Florence Welch's dramatic vocal performances and ethereal instrumentation evoke a similar emotional response as Adele's powerful ballads.

art rock indie rock
Tori Kelly

Tori Kelly

Tori Kelly's soulful voice and heartfelt songwriting reflect the same kind of emotional resonance found in Adele's music.

soul

Common questions

Who sounds like Adele?

Artists similar to Adele include Lana Del Rey, Emeli Sandé, Leona Lewis and Norah Jones. Each shares elements of Adele's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Adele?

Adele is primarily known for jazz, R&B and soul. With a soulful texture marked by soaring vocal deliveries and a powerful interplay of restrained instrumentation, her music builds tension before releasing it in cathartic bursts.

Where should I start if I like Adele?

If you enjoy Adele, start with Lana Del Rey — their album "Born to Die" is a great entry point. Lana Del Rey's cinematic soundscapes and melancholic themes resonate with Adele's emotional depth, creating a similar atmosphere in their music.