Bands & artists like Bob Ostertag

If you like Bob Ostertag, 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

John Zorn

John Zorn

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Zorn's avant-garde compositions often blend complex rhythms and textures, pushing the boundaries of sound in a way that resonates with Ostertag's experimental approach.

avant-garde jazz
Meredith Monk

Meredith Monk

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Monk's innovative vocal techniques and use of silence create immersive soundscapes that challenge traditional notions of music, similar to Ostertag's exploration of sound.

avant-garde music opera
Steve Reich

Steve Reich

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Reich's minimalist compositions utilize repetitive structures and intricate layering, evoking a sense of momentum akin to Ostertag's rhythmic explorations.

Ryoji Ikeda

Ryoji Ikeda

Ikeda’s meticulous manipulation of sound and data creates immersive auditory experiences that challenge listeners' perceptions, much like Ostertag's work.

electronic music
La Monte Young

La Monte Young

Young's long-form drone compositions explore the nature of sound and silence, creating a meditative experience reminiscent of Ostertag’s sonic investigations.

experimental music
Philip Glass

Philip Glass

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Glass’s repetitive structures and rich harmonic textures offer a compelling listening experience that aligns with the layered complexity found in Ostertag's music.

Dixieland jazz minimalist music opera
Brian Eno

Brian Eno

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Eno’s ambient works often blur the lines between music and sound art, creating atmospheric layers that reflect Ostertag’s sonic explorations.

ambient music art pop art rock
Terry Riley

Terry Riley

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Riley’s improvisational style and use of tape loops contribute to a fluidity in sound that parallels the dynamic qualities present in Ostertag’s compositions.

contemporary classical music

Common questions

Who sounds like Bob Ostertag?

Artists similar to Bob Ostertag include John Zorn, Meredith Monk, Steve Reich and Ryoji Ikeda. Each shares elements of Bob Ostertag's sound while bringing their own perspective.

Where should I start if I like Bob Ostertag?

If you enjoy Bob Ostertag, start with John Zorn — their album "Six Litanies for Heliogabalus" is a great entry point. Zorn's avant-garde compositions often blend complex rhythms and textures, pushing the boundaries of sound in a way that resonates with Ostertag's experimental approach.