Bands & artists like Fred Wesley

If you like Fred Wesley, 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

Tom Scott

Tom Scott

Shared genres: jazz, jazz-funk

West Coast jazz blues jazz
Jimmy Smith

Jimmy Smith

Shared genres: jazz-funk

funk hard bop indie rock
Sonny Fortune

Sonny Fortune

Shared genres: jazz, jazz-funk

Afro-Cuban jazz free jazz jazz
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

Guide

Shared genres: jazz, jazz-funk

bebop classical music electro
Larry Willis

Larry Willis

Shared genres: jazz, jazz-funk

Afro-Cuban jazz bebop jazz
Roy Ayers

Roy Ayers

Shared genres: jazz, jazz-funk

acid jazz jazz jazz-funk
Masayoshi Takanaka

Masayoshi Takanaka

Guide

Shared genres: jazz-funk

city pop funk funk soul
Weather Report

Weather Report

Shared genres: jazz, jazz-funk

free jazz jazz jazz fusion

Common questions

Who sounds like Fred Wesley?

Artists similar to Fred Wesley include Tom Scott, Jimmy Smith, Sonny Fortune and Herbie Hancock. Each shares elements of Fred Wesley's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Fred Wesley?

Fred Wesley is primarily known for jazz and jazz-funk. The music pulses with infectious grooves anchored by tight rhythms and layered brass harmonies that invite movement while maintaining a sharp clarity throughout.

Where should I start if I like Fred Wesley?

If you enjoy Fred Wesley, start with Tom Scott — their album "The Honeysuckle Breeze" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz, jazz-funk