Bands & artists like Beegie Adair

If you like Beegie Adair, 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 Beegie Adair? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Keith Jarrett

Keith Jarrett

Guide

Jarrett's improvisational style and lyrical piano lines evoke a sense of calm and contemplation, much like Adair's gentle phrasing.

jazz
Chick Corea

Chick Corea

Guide

Corea's blend of jazz with classical influences often features intricate melodies and rich harmonic textures akin to Adair's style.

avant-garde jazz jazz post-bop
Brad Mehldau

Brad Mehldau

Guide

Mehldau's modern jazz approach combines lyrical melodies with thoughtful improvisation, paralleling the spaciousness found in Adair's work.

jazz jazz fusion
George Shearing

George Shearing

Guide

Shearing’s smooth arrangements and melodic focus align well with Adair’s gentle rhythmic phrasing and elegant style.

bebop cool jazz jazz
Oscar Peterson

Oscar Peterson

Guide

Peterson’s virtuosic yet melodic piano playing offers a rich listening experience similar to the lush soundscapes created by Adair.

bebop blues funk
Tord Gustavsen

Tord Gustavsen

Gustavsen’s ethereal sound combines jazz with Nordic influences, creating a serene atmosphere reminiscent of Adair’s music.

jazz
Ludovico Einaudi

Ludovico Einaudi

Einaudi's contemporary classical compositions feature spacious melodies that resonate emotionally, similar to Adair's gentle touch.

20th-century classical music minimalist music neoclassical new-age music
Cassandra Wilson

Cassandra Wilson

Wilson’s jazz vocals paired with subtle instrumentation create an intimate vibe that echoes the warmth found in Adair’s piano pieces.

jazz vocal music

Common questions

Who sounds like Beegie Adair?

Artists similar to Beegie Adair include Keith Jarrett, Chick Corea, Brad Mehldau and George Shearing. Each shares elements of Beegie Adair's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Beegie Adair?

Beegie Adair is primarily known for jazz. Adair’s music is marked by gentle rhythmic phrasing and spacious melodies that gracefully intertwine, allowing each note room to breathe.

Where should I start if I like Beegie Adair?

If you enjoy Beegie Adair, start with Keith Jarrett — their album "Bye Bye Blackbird" is a great entry point. Jarrett's improvisational style and lyrical piano lines evoke a sense of calm and contemplation, much like Adair's gentle phrasing.