Bands & artists like Brian Kennedy

If you like Brian Kennedy, 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 Brian Kennedy? Start with our listening guide.

pop music rock music romance soul

Artists to try next

Ronan Keating

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Like Kennedy, Keating blends pop and rock elements with heartfelt lyrics and emotive vocal delivery.

pop music

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Fires

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David Gray

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Gray's layered textures and introspective songwriting create a similar atmosphere of emotional exploration as seen in Kennedy's music.

alternative rock pop music

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Flesh

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Gavin DeGraw

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DeGraw combines pop-rock sensibilities with soulful melodies, paralleling the dynamic shifts present in Kennedy's sound.

blue-eyed soul

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Chariot

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John Legend

Legend's rich vocal style and romantic themes align closely with the soul-infused pop that characterizes Kennedy's music.

contemporary R&B pop music soul

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Wake Up!

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Seal

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Seal's blend of soul and pop, along with his powerful emotional delivery, mirrors the intensity found in Kennedy's songs.

contemporary R&B electronica house music

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Standards

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Ed Sheeran

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Sheeran's knack for storytelling through melodic pop songs resonates well with the lyrical depth and sonic layering of Kennedy's work.

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Nick Lachey

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Lachey's transition from boy band to solo artist showcases a similar blend of pop and rock influences, infused with romance.

pop rock soul

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SoulO

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Josh Groban

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Groban’s operatic vocals combined with contemporary pop elements evoke a similar emotive power as found in Kennedy’s music.

pop music

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Noël

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Common questions

Who sounds like Brian Kennedy?

Artists similar to Brian Kennedy include Ronan Keating, David Gray, Gavin DeGraw and John Legend. Each shares elements of Brian Kennedy's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Brian Kennedy?

Brian Kennedy is primarily known for soul and romance. Kennedy's music pulses with layered textures and dynamic shifts, creating an engaging interplay between restraint and explosive emotion.

Where should I start if I like Brian Kennedy?

If you enjoy Brian Kennedy, start with Ronan Keating — their album "Fires" is a great entry point. Like Kennedy, Keating blends pop and rock elements with heartfelt lyrics and emotive vocal delivery.