If you like Bob Dylan, try these artists

If you like Bob Dylan, 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 Bob Dylan? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley

Shared genres: blues, country music, country rock

blues country music country rock
Steve Earle

Steve Earle

Shared genres: Americana, blues, country music

Americana alternative country blues
Willie Nelson

Willie Nelson

Shared genres: Americana, blues, country music

Americana alternative country blues
The Band

The Band

Shared genres: Americana, country music, country rock

Americana alternative country blues rock
Frank Zappa

Frank Zappa

Shared genres: jazz, rock music

alternative rock art music avant-garde music
Prince

Prince

Shared genres: jazz, rock music

Minneapolis sound contemporary R&B dance-pop
Tom Waits

Tom Waits

Shared genres: blues, jazz, rock music

blues experimental music jazz
Chicago

Chicago

Shared genres: jazz, rock music

adult contemporary music jazz jazz fusion

Common questions

Who sounds like Bob Dylan?

Artists similar to Bob Dylan include Elvis Presley, Steve Earle, Willie Nelson and The Band. Each shares elements of Bob Dylan's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Bob Dylan?

Bob Dylan is primarily known for blues, folk rock and jazz. With a rhythmic insistence that shifts between sparse instrumentation and lyrical density, his songs pulse with a conversational urgency that captures the essence of human experience.

Where should I start if I like Bob Dylan?

If you enjoy Bob Dylan, start with Elvis Presley — their album "I Got Lucky" is a great entry point. Shared genres: blues, country music, country rock