Bands & artists like Carlos McKinney

If you like Carlos McKinney, 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

Charles Mingus

Charles Mingus

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Shared genres: jazz, post-bop

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Albert Mangelsdorff

Albert Mangelsdorff

Shared genres: jazz, post-bop

avant-garde jazz free jazz jazz
Ahmad Jamal

Ahmad Jamal

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Shared genres: jazz, post-bop

cool jazz hard bop jazz
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

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Shared genres: jazz, post-bop

bebop classical music electro
Michael Brecker

Michael Brecker

Shared genres: jazz, post-bop

jazz jazz fusion post-bop
Alphonse Mouzon

Alphonse Mouzon

Shared genres: jazz, post-bop

blues jazz jazz fusion
Frank Gambale

Frank Gambale

Shared genres: jazz, post-bop

instrumental rock jazz jazz fusion

Common questions

Who sounds like Carlos McKinney?

Artists similar to Carlos McKinney include Charles Mingus, Albert Mangelsdorff, Ahmad Jamal and Herbie Hancock. Each shares elements of Carlos McKinney's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Carlos McKinney?

Carlos McKinney is primarily known for post-bop. McKinney crafts intricate patterns through rhythmic detail and harmonic interplay, creating a textured dialogue that pulses with both tension and release.

Where should I start if I like Carlos McKinney?

If you enjoy Carlos McKinney, start with Charles Mingus — their album "Newport Rebels" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz, post-bop