Bands & artists like Fred Hersch
If you like Fred Hersch, 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 Fred Hersch? Start with our listening guide.
Artists to try next
Brad Mehldau
GuideMehldau's intricate piano work and ability to blend jazz with classical influences mirror Hersch's melodic complexity.
Keith Jarrett
GuideJarrett's improvisational style and emotive playing create a similar depth and spaciousness in his performances.
Chick Corea
GuideCorea's explorations in both acoustic and electric settings showcase a rich melodic interplay akin to Hersch's style.
Tigran Hamasyan
Hamasyan combines jazz with Armenian folk elements, creating intricate melodies that parallel Hersch’s emotional depth.
Hiatus Kaiyote
GuideTheir blend of soul and jazz, along with complex arrangements, offers a modern take on the kind of emotive engagement found in Hersch's work.
Jason Moran
GuideMoran’s innovative approach to jazz piano incorporates narrative elements that echo the storytelling quality of Hersch's playing.
Robert Glasper
Glasper’s blending of jazz with hip-hop and R&B elements showcases a modern complexity that aligns well with Hersch's artistic vision.
Cecil Taylor
GuideTaylor's avant-garde approach to piano and improvisation provides a contrasting yet complementary exploration of tension and release similar to Hersch.
Common questions
Who sounds like Fred Hersch?
Artists similar to Fred Hersch include Brad Mehldau, Keith Jarrett, Chick Corea and Tigran Hamasyan. Each shares elements of Fred Hersch's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Fred Hersch?
Fred Hersch is primarily known for jazz. Hersch’s playing embodies a rich interplay of melodic intricacy and spacious phrasing, creating moments of both tension and release that invite deep emotional engagement.
Where should I start if I like Fred Hersch?
If you enjoy Fred Hersch, start with Brad Mehldau — their album "Love Songs" is a great entry point. Mehldau's intricate piano work and ability to blend jazz with classical influences mirror Hersch's melodic complexity.