Bands & artists like Dewey Redman
If you like Dewey Redman, 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
Ornette Coleman
GuideAs a pioneer of free jazz, Coleman's innovative approach to melody and harmony aligns closely with Redman's fluid intensity and expansive phrasing.
Pharoah Sanders
GuideSanders' work features a similar blend of spiritual themes and intense improvisation, often using long, sweeping phrases that evoke deep emotional responses.
Charles Lloyd
GuideLloyd's saxophone work combines lyrical melodies with avant-garde structures, creating a sound that mirrors the tension and release found in Redman's music.
Joe Lovano
GuideLovano's expressive playing style and willingness to explore complex harmonies make him a fitting counterpart to Redman's dynamic improvisational techniques.
David Murray
GuideMurray's powerful saxophone playing and incorporation of both traditional and avant-garde elements reflect the same fluid intensity present in Redman's compositions.
Gato Barbieri
GuideBarbieri's passionate saxophone performances often feature dramatic contrasts between quiet moments and explosive energy, akin to Redman's style.
Henry Threadgill
Threadgill's unique approach to composition and improvisation, along with his use of unconventional instrumentation, aligns well with the exploratory nature of Redman's work.
Archie Shepp
GuideShepp's intense emotional delivery and commitment to social themes through his music parallel the depth and complexity found in Redman's performances.
Common questions
Who sounds like Dewey Redman?
Artists similar to Dewey Redman include Ornette Coleman, Pharoah Sanders, Charles Lloyd and Joe Lovano. Each shares elements of Dewey Redman's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Dewey Redman?
Dewey Redman is primarily known for free jazz. The music moves with a fluid intensity, marked by expansive phrases that build tension before releasing into moments of stark silence or frenetic energy.
Where should I start if I like Dewey Redman?
If you enjoy Dewey Redman, start with Ornette Coleman — their album "Change of the Century" is a great entry point. As a pioneer of free jazz, Coleman's innovative approach to melody and harmony aligns closely with Redman's fluid intensity and expansive phrasing.