Bands & artists like Cootie Williams

If you like Cootie Williams, 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

Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis

Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis

Shared genres: Dixieland jazz, jazz

Dixieland jazz jazz
Billie Holiday

Billie Holiday

Shared genres: jazz

blues jazz jazz blues
Sammy Davis Jr.

Sammy Davis Jr.

Guide

Shared genres: jazz

big band music blues easy listening
Dr. John

Dr. John

Shared genres: Dixieland jazz

Dixieland jazz blues boogie-woogie
Gene Krupa

Gene Krupa

Shared genres: Dixieland jazz, jazz

Dixieland jazz big band music jazz
Illinois Jacquet

Illinois Jacquet

Shared genres: Dixieland jazz

Dixieland jazz bebop jump blues

Common questions

Who sounds like Cootie Williams?

Artists similar to Cootie Williams include Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis, Billie Holiday, Sammy Davis Jr. and Quincy Jones. Each shares elements of Cootie Williams's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Cootie Williams?

Cootie Williams is primarily known for jazz and Dixieland jazz. Cootie Williams' trumpet work pulses with rhythmic insistence, layering emotive phrases that breathe life into still moments while building tension through sharp dynamics and playful syncopation.

Where should I start if I like Cootie Williams?

If you enjoy Cootie Williams, start with Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis — their album "Straight Ahead" is a great entry point. Shared genres: Dixieland jazz, jazz