Bands & artists like Hunter Hayes

If you like Hunter Hayes, 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

Kacey Musgraves

Kacey Musgraves

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Musgraves combines clever lyrics with catchy melodies and a modern country-pop sound that resonates with Hayes's energetic style.

country music folk music
Thomas Rhett

Thomas Rhett

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Rhett's blend of upbeat tempos and heartfelt storytelling mirrors Hayes's approach to country pop, making his music equally infectious.

country music
Brett Young

Brett Young

Young's smooth vocals and melodic hooks in songs like 'In Case You Didn't Know' align well with the emotional yet lively essence of Hayes's work.

country music
Dan + Shay

Dan + Shay

This duo's harmonious vocals and catchy choruses create an engaging soundscape similar to the vibrant energy found in Hayes's music.

country music
Shawn Mendes

Shawn Mendes

Mendes incorporates pop sensibilities with emotional depth in his songwriting, paralleling Hayes's blend of catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics.

folk-pop pop music pop rock
Jake Owen

Jake Owen

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Owen’s mix of laid-back vibes and upbeat tracks captures the same lively spirit present in Hunter Hayes’s music.

country music
Florida Georgia Line

Florida Georgia Line

Their fusion of country and pop elements creates an infectious sound that shares similarities with Hayes's lively musicality.

country music
Michael Ray

Michael Ray

Ray’s energetic tracks and engaging hooks reflect the same vibrant energy found in Hunter Hayes's music.

country music jazz

Common questions

Who sounds like Hunter Hayes?

Artists similar to Hunter Hayes include Kacey Musgraves, Thomas Rhett, Brett Young and Dan + Shay. Each shares elements of Hunter Hayes's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Hunter Hayes?

Hunter Hayes is primarily known for country pop. With a lively tempo and rich melodic hooks, Hayes's music pulses with an infectious energy that invites movement while grounding its emotional weight in heartfelt lyrics.

Where should I start if I like Hunter Hayes?

If you enjoy Hunter Hayes, start with Kacey Musgraves — their album "A Very Kacey Christmas" is a great entry point. Musgraves combines clever lyrics with catchy melodies and a modern country-pop sound that resonates with Hayes's energetic style.