If you like Jaco Pastorius, try these artists

If you like Jaco Pastorius, 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

Sun Ra

Sun Ra

Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion, jazz-funk

bebop classical music electro
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

Shared genres: jazz fusion

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz
Albert Mangelsdorff

Albert Mangelsdorff

Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion

avant-garde jazz free jazz jazz
The Mothers of Invention

The Mothers of Invention

Shared genres: jazz fusion

blues rock experimental rock hard rock
Weather Report

Weather Report

Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion, jazz-funk

free jazz jazz jazz fusion
Ramsey Lewis

Ramsey Lewis

Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion, jazz-funk

jazz jazz fusion jazz-funk
Sadao Watanabe

Sadao Watanabe

Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion, jazz-funk

bossa nova jazz jazz fusion

Common questions

Who sounds like Jaco Pastorius?

Artists similar to Jaco Pastorius include Sun Ra, Herbie Hancock, Larry Carlton and Albert Mangelsdorff. Each shares elements of Jaco Pastorius's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Jaco Pastorius?

Jaco Pastorius is primarily known for jazz fusion and jazz-funk. A constant interplay of rhythmic groove and fluid melody creates a dynamic tension that propels each phrase forward while inviting momentary pauses for reflection.

Where should I start if I like Jaco Pastorius?

If you enjoy Jaco Pastorius, start with Sun Ra — their album "Strange Strings" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion