Bands & artists like Erick Sermon

If you like Erick Sermon, 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.

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Pete Rock

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Known for his soulful sampling and intricate beats, Pete Rock's production style complements the rhythmic complexity found in Erick Sermon's work.

East Coast hip-hop alternative hip-hop experimental hip-hop

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PeteStrumentals 2

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J Dilla

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J Dilla's innovative approach to rhythm and his use of soulful samples create an immersive listening experience akin to Sermon's style.

alternative hip-hop hip-hop instrumental hip hop

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The Diary

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De La Soul

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With their eclectic sound and clever lyricism, De La Soul shares a similar blend of rhythmic complexity and soulful textures that resonate with Sermon's music.

East Coast hip-hop alternative hip-hop hip-hop

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De La Soul Is Dead

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A Tribe Called Quest

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Their fusion of jazz-infused beats and thoughtful lyrics aligns closely with the immersive quality of Erick Sermon's tracks.

East Coast hip-hop alternative hip-hop hip-hop

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Midnight Marauders

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Gang Starr

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Gang Starr's combination of smooth flows and jazzy instrumentals mirrors the sonic landscape that Erick Sermon creates.

East Coast hip-hop

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Daily Operation

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Black Moon

Their gritty beats and strong lyrical presence provide a raw energy that complements the rhythmic drive found in Sermon's music.

hip-hop

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Enta da Stage

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Common

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Common's introspective lyrics paired with soulful production align well with the emotional depth present in Sermon's music.

alternative R&B alternative hip-hop conscious hip-hop

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Black America Again

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Mobb Deep

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Their dark, atmospheric beats and hard-hitting lyrics create a compelling tension that resonates with the driving pulse of Erick Sermon's tracks.

East Coast hip-hop gangsta rap hardcore hip-hop

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The Infamous

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Common questions

Who sounds like Erick Sermon?

Artists similar to Erick Sermon include Pete Rock, J Dilla, De La Soul and A Tribe Called Quest. Each shares elements of Erick Sermon's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Erick Sermon?

Erick Sermon is primarily known for hip-hop. With a steady pulse that drives the listener forward, Sermon's music intertwines rhythmic complexity with soulful textures, fostering an immersive experience that compels movement.

Where should I start if I like Erick Sermon?

If you enjoy Erick Sermon, start with Pete Rock — their album "PeteStrumentals 2" is a great entry point. Known for his soulful sampling and intricate beats, Pete Rock's production style complements the rhythmic complexity found in Erick Sermon's work.