Bands & artists like Andy Summers
If you like Andy Summers, 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
Robert Fripp
Fripp's innovative guitar work and use of complex soundscapes in King Crimson align closely with Summers' layered textures and rhythmic shifts.
David Torn
Torn's experimental guitar techniques and atmospheric compositions create immersive environments reminiscent of Summers' intricate soundscapes.
Bill Frisell
GuideFrisell's blend of jazz, rock, and avant-garde elements showcases a similar approach to guitar layering and creating mood through sound.
The Police
As Summers' primary band, The Police's fusion of rock and reggae features rhythmic complexity and melodic guitar lines that echo his solo work.
Pat Metheny
GuideMetheny’s jazz-inflected compositions often feature rich guitar textures and improvisational elements akin to Summers' style.
Adrian Belew
Belew's experimental guitar playing and involvement in progressive rock resonate with the sonic intricacies found in Summers' music.
John McLaughlin
McLaughlin’s fusion of jazz and rock with complex rhythms parallels the intricate musicality present in Summers’ work.
Mike Oldfield
GuideOldfield’s multi-layered instrumental compositions often evoke a similar atmospheric quality found in Summers' soundscapes.
Common questions
Who sounds like Andy Summers?
Artists similar to Andy Summers include Robert Fripp, David Torn, Bill Frisell and The Police. Each shares elements of Andy Summers's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Andy Summers?
Andy Summers is primarily known for jazz, new wave and progressive rock. Summers crafts intricate soundscapes with layered guitar textures that shift rhythmically, creating an immersive listening experience rich in tension and release.
Where should I start if I like Andy Summers?
If you enjoy Andy Summers, start with Robert Fripp — their album "The League of Gentlemen" is a great entry point. Fripp's innovative guitar work and use of complex soundscapes in King Crimson align closely with Summers' layered textures and rhythmic shifts.