If you like Big Youth, try these artists

If you like Big Youth, 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

Maxi Priest

Maxi Priest

Shared genres: dub music, reggae

dancehall dub music lovers rock
Lee "Scratch" Perry

Lee "Scratch" Perry

Shared genres: dub music, reggae

drum and bass dub music jungle
Augustus Pablo

Augustus Pablo

Shared genres: dub music, reggae

dub music reggae
Dr. Alban

Dr. Alban

Shared genres: reggae

Eurodance dancehall hip-hop
Mad Professor

Mad Professor

Shared genres: dub music, reggae

dub music reggae
Max Romeo

Max Romeo

Shared genres: dub music, reggae

dub music reggae
Burning Spear

Burning Spear

Shared genres: dub music

dub music roots reggae
Horace Andy

Horace Andy

Shared genres: dub music, reggae

downtempo dub music reggae

Common questions

Who sounds like Big Youth?

Artists similar to Big Youth include Maxi Priest, Lee "Scratch" Perry, Augustus Pablo and Dr. Alban. Each shares elements of Big Youth's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Big Youth?

Big Youth is primarily known for reggae and dub music. With pulsating basslines and syncopated rhythms, his music creates an intoxicating groove that compels movement while layering intricate vocal patterns that maintain tension and release throughout.

Where should I start if I like Big Youth?

If you enjoy Big Youth, start with Maxi Priest — their album "Bonafide" is a great entry point. Shared genres: dub music, reggae