Bands & artists like Carla Bley

If you like Carla Bley, 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

Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

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Shared genres: jazz

bebop classical music electro
Charles Mingus

Charles Mingus

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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
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Weather Report

Weather Report

Shared genres: jazz

free jazz jazz jazz fusion
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

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Same era (~1990s)

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz

Common questions

Who sounds like Carla Bley?

Artists similar to Carla Bley include Herbie Hancock, Charles Mingus, Miles Davis and Sun Ra. Each shares elements of Carla Bley's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Carla Bley?

Carla Bley is primarily known for jazz. Bley's music features intricate rhythmic patterns that create tension and release while enveloping listeners in a spacious sonic atmosphere.

Where should I start if I like Carla Bley?

If you enjoy Carla Bley, start with Herbie Hancock — their album "Takin' Off" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz