Bands & artists like Bill Mays

If you like Bill Mays, 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

Miles Davis

Miles Davis

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Shared genres: jazz

bebop cool jazz hard bop
Charles Mingus

Charles Mingus

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

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Shared genres: jazz

bebop classical music electro
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

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Same era (~1990s)

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz
Fontella Bass

Fontella Bass

Similar era

blues pop music post-bop
Alphonse Mouzon

Alphonse Mouzon

Shared genres: jazz

blues jazz jazz fusion

Common questions

Who sounds like Bill Mays?

Artists similar to Bill Mays include Miles Davis, Charles Mingus, Sun Ra and Herbie Hancock. Each shares elements of Bill Mays's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Bill Mays?

Bill Mays is primarily known for jazz. A textured interplay of rhythm and melody emerges, marked by nimble phrasing and a playful yet thoughtful exploration of harmonic landscapes.

Where should I start if I like Bill Mays?

If you enjoy Bill Mays, start with Miles Davis — their album "Rubberband" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz