If you like Jimmy Scott, try these artists

If you like Jimmy Scott, 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.

crossover jazz jazz swing

Artists to try next

Sammy Davis Jr.

Shared genres: jazz, swing

big band music blues easy listening

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I Gotta Right to Swing

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Frank Sinatra

Shared genres: jazz, swing

big band music blues easy listening

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Sinatra–Basie – An Historic Musical First

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Clark Terry

Shared genres: crossover jazz, jazz, swing

bebop crossover jazz hard bop

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Memories of Duke

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Marian McPartland

Shared genres: jazz, swing

bebop cool jazz jazz

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Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz with Steely Dan

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Bobby Darin

Shared genres: jazz, swing

folk music jazz novelty music

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Bobby Darin

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Ella Fitzgerald

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Shared genres: jazz, swing

jazz soul swing

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Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Duke Ellington Song Book

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Quincy Jones

Shared genres: jazz, swing

bossa nova funk jazz

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Q's Jook Joint

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Glenn Miller

Shared genres: jazz, swing

blues jazz swing

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The Glenn Miller Carnegie Hall Concert

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Common questions

Who sounds like Jimmy Scott?

Artists similar to Jimmy Scott include Sammy Davis Jr., Frank Sinatra, Clark Terry and Marian McPartland. Each shares elements of Jimmy Scott's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Jimmy Scott?

Jimmy Scott is primarily known for jazz, swing and crossover jazz. Scott's music is characterized by sparse arrangements that highlight his haunting falsetto against slow, deliberate grooves, creating an atmosphere of profound intimacy.

Where should I start if I like Jimmy Scott?

If you enjoy Jimmy Scott, start with Sammy Davis Jr. — their album "I Gotta Right to Swing" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz, swing