If you like Fats Waller, try these artists

If you like Fats Waller, 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

Guide

Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

Shared genres: jazz

bebop classical music electro
Miles Davis

Miles Davis

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Shared genres: jazz

bebop cool jazz hard bop
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Fontella Bass

Fontella Bass

Similar popularity

blues pop music post-bop
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

Similar popularity

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz
Alphonse Mouzon

Alphonse Mouzon

Shared genres: jazz

blues jazz jazz fusion
Beth Hart

Beth Hart

Higher popularity

blues blues rock jazz fusion

Common questions

Who sounds like Fats Waller?

Artists similar to Fats Waller include Charles Mingus, Herbie Hancock, Miles Davis and Sun Ra. Each shares elements of Fats Waller's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Fats Waller?

Fats Waller is primarily known for jazz. Waller's music features buoyant piano lines interwoven with syncopated rhythms that pulse with an irresistible groove, embodying both playful lightness and profound depth.

Where should I start if I like Fats Waller?

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