Bands & artists like Bobby Few

If you like Bobby Few, 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

Matthew Shipp

Matthew Shipp

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Shipp's avant-garde jazz compositions feature intricate melodies and a similar rhythmic intensity, often exploring spacious soundscapes.

jazz
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

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Sun Ra's experimental approach to jazz combines cosmic themes with complex rhythms and improvisation, echoing Few's eclectic style.

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Cecil Taylor

Cecil Taylor

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Taylor's innovative piano work and dynamic, intense performances share a kinship with Few's intricate melodic structures.

avant-garde music jazz
Kenny Barron

Kenny Barron

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Barron's rich harmonic language and rhythmic sophistication in his piano playing resonate well with Few's musical explorations.

hard bop jazz post-bop
Henry Threadgill

Henry Threadgill

Threadgill's unique blend of jazz with diverse influences and intricate arrangements parallels the complexity found in Few's work.

jazz
Ornette Coleman

Ornette Coleman

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Coleman's free jazz style emphasizes improvisation and emotional expression, aligning with Few's contemplative yet rhythmic approach.

jazz
Don Pullen

Don Pullen

Pullen's dynamic piano playing and ability to weave intricate melodies into his compositions reflect the intensity found in Few's music.

avant-garde music jazz
Geri Allen

Geri Allen

Allen's innovative fusion of jazz with various styles and her expressive piano technique resonate with Few's artistic vision.

bebop jazz

Common questions

Who sounds like Bobby Few?

Artists similar to Bobby Few include Matthew Shipp, Sun Ra, Cecil Taylor and Kenny Barron. Each shares elements of Bobby Few's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Bobby Few?

Bobby Few is primarily known for jazz. Few's music pulses with a rhythmic intensity that shifts effortlessly between spacious contemplation and tightly woven melodic intricacies.

Where should I start if I like Bobby Few?

If you enjoy Bobby Few, start with Matthew Shipp — their album "New Orbit" is a great entry point. Shipp's avant-garde jazz compositions feature intricate melodies and a similar rhythmic intensity, often exploring spacious soundscapes.