Bands & artists like Erroll Garner
If you like Erroll Garner, 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.
New to Erroll Garner? Start with our listening guide.
Artists to try next
Oscar Peterson
GuideLike Garner, Peterson's virtuosic piano playing combines intricate rhythms with melodic fluidity, creating a lively and engaging sound.
Art Tatum
GuideTatum's dazzling technique and rhythmic inventiveness parallel Garner's style, offering complex yet danceable piano compositions.
George Shearing
GuideShearing's use of block chords and swinging rhythms complements Garner's buoyant melodies, creating an upbeat jazz atmosphere.
Nat King Cole
GuideCole's smooth vocal style and sophisticated piano work align with Garner's melodic sensibilities, often delivering a joyful swing.
Thelonious Monk
GuideMonk's unique approach to rhythm and melody offers an intriguing contrast to Garner’s style while still celebrating swing elements.
Cecil Taylor
GuideTaylor’s avant-garde jazz incorporates intricate rhythms that can appeal to listeners who appreciate the complexity in Garner’s work.
Chick Corea
GuideCorea’s fusion of jazz with Latin influences creates a vibrant energy reminiscent of the buoyancy in Garner’s music.
Herbie Hancock
GuideHancock’s innovative piano techniques and rhythmic explorations share a connection to the playful spirit found in Garner’s compositions.
Common questions
Who sounds like Erroll Garner?
Artists similar to Erroll Garner include Oscar Peterson, Art Tatum, George Shearing and Nat King Cole. Each shares elements of Erroll Garner's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Erroll Garner?
Erroll Garner is primarily known for jazz. Garner’s music pulses with an irresistible swing, layering rhythmic intricacies over fluid melodies that create a buoyant, almost dance-like momentum.
Where should I start if I like Erroll Garner?
If you enjoy Erroll Garner, start with Oscar Peterson — their album "Oscar Peterson Plays the Duke Ellington Song book" is a great entry point. Like Garner, Peterson's virtuosic piano playing combines intricate rhythms with melodic fluidity, creating a lively and engaging sound.