If you like Ananda Shankar, try these artists

If you like Ananda Shankar, 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

Dead Can Dance

Dead Can Dance

Shared genres: world music

ethereal wave neoclassical dark wave world music
Deep Forest

Deep Forest

Shared genres: world music

ambient music electronic music ethnic electronica
Mike Oldfield

Mike Oldfield

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Shared genres: world music

Celtic fusion ambient music classical music
Gary Wright

Gary Wright

Shared genres: world music

hard rock new age music progressive rock
Andreas Vollenweider

Andreas Vollenweider

Shared genres: world music

new age music world music
Lisa Gerrard

Lisa Gerrard

Shared genres: world music

dark wave ethereal wave world music
Leonard Cohen

Leonard Cohen

Shared genres: world music

blues folk music folk rock
Amadou & Mariam

Amadou & Mariam

Shared genres: world music

African popular music world music worldbeat

Common questions

Who sounds like Ananda Shankar?

Artists similar to Ananda Shankar include Dead Can Dance, Deep Forest, Mike Oldfield and Gary Wright. Each shares elements of Ananda Shankar's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Ananda Shankar?

Ananda Shankar is primarily known for world music. Pulsating rhythms intertwine with flowing melodies, creating a vibrant texture that invites movement while maintaining an engaging tension throughout.

Where should I start if I like Ananda Shankar?

If you enjoy Ananda Shankar, start with Dead Can Dance — their album "Dead Can Dance" is a great entry point. Shared genres: world music