If you like Billy Taylor, try these artists

If you like Billy Taylor, 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

Charles Mingus

Charles Mingus

Guide

Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Miles Davis

Miles Davis

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Shared genres: jazz

bebop cool jazz hard bop
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

Shared genres: jazz

bebop classical music electro
Alphonse Mouzon

Alphonse Mouzon

Shared genres: jazz

blues jazz jazz fusion
Fontella Bass

Fontella Bass

Same era (~1980s)

blues pop music post-bop
Roy Ayers

Roy Ayers

Shared genres: jazz

acid jazz jazz jazz-funk
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

Similar popularity

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz

Common questions

Who sounds like Billy Taylor?

Artists similar to Billy Taylor include Marian McPartland, Charles Mingus, Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock. Each shares elements of Billy Taylor's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Billy Taylor?

Billy Taylor is primarily known for jazz. With tightly woven rhythms and rich harmonic textures, his music creates a spacious yet focused dialogue that captures the listener's attention while allowing for contemplative pauses.

Where should I start if I like Billy Taylor?

If you enjoy Billy Taylor, start with Marian McPartland — their album "Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz with Steely Dan" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz