If you like Benny Carter, try these artists

If you like Benny Carter, 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

Frank Sinatra

Frank Sinatra

Shared genres: jazz, swing

big band music blues easy listening
Sammy Davis Jr.

Sammy Davis Jr.

Shared genres: jazz, swing

big band music blues easy listening
Dexter Gordon

Dexter Gordon

Shared genres: jazz, swing

bebop hard bop jazz
Stan Kenton

Stan Kenton

Shared genres: jazz, swing

West Coast jazz jazz orchestral jazz
Quincy Jones

Quincy Jones

Shared genres: jazz, swing

bossa nova funk jazz
Bobby Darin

Bobby Darin

Shared genres: jazz, swing

folk music jazz novelty music

Common questions

Who sounds like Benny Carter?

Artists similar to Benny Carter include Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Marian McPartland and Dexter Gordon. Each shares elements of Benny Carter's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Benny Carter?

Benny Carter is primarily known for jazz and swing. With a warm tone and intricate melodic lines, Carter’s music unfolds through rhythmic sophistication, embodying both restraint and expansive emotion.

Where should I start if I like Benny Carter?

If you enjoy Benny Carter, start with Frank Sinatra — their album "Sinatra–Basie – An Historic Musical First" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz, swing