If you like Ethel Waters, try these artists

If you like Ethel Waters, 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

Lucky Peterson

Lucky Peterson

Shared genres: blues, jazz

blues gospel music jazz
Johnny Hallyday

Johnny Hallyday

Shared genres: blues

French rock blues blues rock
Billy Preston

Billy Preston

Shared genres: blues

blues funk gospel music
Janis Joplin

Janis Joplin

Shared genres: blues

acid rock blues blues rock
Dave Van Ronk

Dave Van Ronk

Shared genres: blues

blues country blues folk music
Bob Weir

Bob Weir

Shared genres: blues

blues country music folk music
Peter Wolf

Peter Wolf

Shared genres: blues

blues rock and roll soul
Lightnin' Hopkins

Lightnin' Hopkins

Shared genres: blues

Texas blues blues country blues

Common questions

Who sounds like Ethel Waters?

Artists similar to Ethel Waters include Lucky Peterson, Johnny Hallyday, Billy Preston and Janis Joplin. Each shares elements of Ethel Waters's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Ethel Waters?

Ethel Waters is primarily known for blues and jazz. Waters' music pulses with a soulful intensity that captures the weight of emotion through intricate phrasing and dynamic shifts in tempo.

Where should I start if I like Ethel Waters?

If you enjoy Ethel Waters, start with Lucky Peterson — their album "You Can Always Turn Around" is a great entry point. Shared genres: blues, jazz