Bands & artists like Freddy Cole

If you like Freddy Cole, 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

Nat King Cole

Nat King Cole

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Freddy's brother, Nat's smooth vocal delivery and gentle swing create a similar emotional warmth and spaciousness in his music.

jazz
Chet Baker

Chet Baker

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Baker's soft trumpet tones and intimate vocal style evoke a similar gentle swing and emotional depth as Freddy's performances.

jazz
Tony Bennett

Tony Bennett

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Bennett's classic jazz standards and smooth phrasing resonate with the inviting pockets of emotion found in Cole's music.

jazz soul
Ella Fitzgerald

Ella Fitzgerald

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Fitzgerald's impeccable timing and ability to convey emotion through her vocals align well with the gentle swing of Freddy Cole.

jazz soul swing
Johnny Hartman

Johnny Hartman

Hartman's rich baritone voice and relaxed delivery create an atmosphere of emotional exploration similar to Cole's style.

jazz
Sammy Davis Jr.

Sammy Davis Jr.

Davis' blend of jazz and pop with a smooth vocal approach captures a similar inviting mood as seen in Freddy Cole's work.

big band music blues easy listening
Kurt Elling

Kurt Elling

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Elling’s sophisticated vocal improvisation and nuanced phrasing provide an emotional depth akin to that found in Freddy Cole’s performances.

jazz
Diana Krall

Diana Krall

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Krall’s jazzy piano accompaniment combined with her sultry vocals creates a lush soundscape reminiscent of Cole's gentle swing.

jazz smooth jazz

Common questions

Who sounds like Freddy Cole?

Artists similar to Freddy Cole include Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, Tony Bennett and Ella Fitzgerald. Each shares elements of Freddy Cole's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Freddy Cole?

Freddy Cole is primarily known for jazz. A gentle swing permeates Cole's music, characterized by spacious phrasing that creates inviting pockets for emotional exploration.

Where should I start if I like Freddy Cole?

If you enjoy Freddy Cole, start with Nat King Cole — their album "Nat King Cole Sings/George Shearing Plays" is a great entry point. Freddy's brother, Nat's smooth vocal delivery and gentle swing create a similar emotional warmth and spaciousness in his music.