Bands & artists like Alexander Hawkins

If you like Alexander Hawkins, 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

Evan Parker

Evan Parker

Parker's improvisational saxophone work features intricate rhythmic patterns and a deep exploration of harmonic textures, similar to Hawkins' complex interplay.

free improvisation free jazz jazz
Matthew Shipp

Matthew Shipp

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Shipp's avant-garde jazz compositions often incorporate shifting rhythms and rich harmonic layers, echoing the dynamic shifts found in Hawkins' music.

jazz
Makaya McCraven

Makaya McCraven

McCraven blends jazz with hip-hop influences, creating a textured soundscape that mirrors the rhythmic complexity and contemplative nature of Hawkins' work.

jazz pop rock rapping
Tigran Hamasyan

Tigran Hamasyan

Hamasyan's fusion of Armenian folk music with jazz incorporates intricate rhythms and harmonies, resonating with the African musical elements present in Hawkins' style.

jazz jazz fusion
Nils Frahm

Nils Frahm

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Frahm's use of piano and electronic textures creates an atmospheric quality that complements the contemplative pauses and dynamic shifts in Hawkins' music.

ambient music classical music contemporary classical music
Henry Threadgill

Henry Threadgill

Threadgill's innovative approach to composition and ensemble playing features complex rhythms and textures, akin to the engaging tension found in Hawkins' work.

jazz

Amir ElSaffar

ElSaffar's blend of jazz with Middle Eastern music showcases intricate rhythmic structures and harmonic exploration, paralleling Hawkins' sonic palette.

jazz
Cecil Taylor

Cecil Taylor

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Taylor's intense piano improvisations are characterized by complex rhythms and rich harmonic landscapes, reflecting the dynamic shifts present in Hawkins' compositions.

avant-garde music jazz

Common questions

Who sounds like Alexander Hawkins?

Artists similar to Alexander Hawkins include Evan Parker, Matthew Shipp, Makaya McCraven and Tigran Hamasyan. Each shares elements of Alexander Hawkins's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Alexander Hawkins?

Alexander Hawkins is primarily known for jazz. A complex interplay of shifting rhythms and harmonic textures creates an engaging tension that pulls listeners through dynamic shifts and contemplative pauses.

Where should I start if I like Alexander Hawkins?

If you enjoy Alexander Hawkins, start with Evan Parker — their album "Collective Calls (Urban) (Two Microphones)" is a great entry point. Parker's improvisational saxophone work features intricate rhythmic patterns and a deep exploration of harmonic textures, similar to Hawkins' complex interplay.