Bands & artists like Earl Hines

If you like Earl Hines, 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

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Oliver Nelson

Oliver Nelson

Shared genres: jazz

bebop hard bop jazz
Fontella Bass

Fontella Bass

Similar era

blues pop music post-bop
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

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Higher popularity

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz
Sonny Fortune

Sonny Fortune

Shared genres: jazz

Afro-Cuban jazz free jazz jazz
Alphonse Mouzon

Alphonse Mouzon

Shared genres: jazz

blues jazz jazz fusion

Common questions

Who sounds like Earl Hines?

Artists similar to Earl Hines include Charles Mingus, Marian McPartland, Sun Ra and Oliver Nelson. Each shares elements of Earl Hines's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Earl Hines?

Earl Hines is primarily known for jazz. Hines's music thrives on intricate rhythmic interplay and expansive melodies, creating a textured tapestry that dances between restraint and exuberance.

Where should I start if I like Earl Hines?

If you enjoy Earl Hines, start with Charles Mingus — their album "Newport Rebels" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz