Bands & artists like Joe Pass

If you like Joe Pass, 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

Wes Montgomery

Wes Montgomery

Known for his smooth guitar lines and complex chord voicings, Montgomery's work embodies a similar fluidity and warmth that resonates with Pass's style.

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Jim Hall

Jim Hall

Hall's subtle, melodic approach to jazz guitar complements the reflective nature of Pass's playing, often featuring intricate harmonies and soft tones.

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Grant Green

Grant Green

Green's soulful guitar work and laid-back grooves create a spacious atmosphere akin to Pass’s fluid interplay of rhythms and chords.

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Pat Metheny

Pat Metheny

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Metheny’s blend of jazz with folk influences and his lyrical guitar phrasing evoke a similar emotive quality found in Joe Pass's performances.

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John Scofield

John Scofield

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Scofield’s inventive use of harmony and rhythm in jazz guitar creates an engaging listening experience that parallels the reflective engagement found in Pass's work.

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Larry Coryell

Larry Coryell

Coryell’s fusion of jazz with rock elements showcases a fluidity in guitar playing that resonates with the spacious atmosphere created by Joe Pass.

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Kurt Rosenwinkel

Kurt Rosenwinkel

Rosenwinkel’s modern jazz guitar style features intricate melodies and harmonies that echo the emotive depth present in Joe Pass's music.

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Mike Stern

Mike Stern

Stern combines elements of jazz and rock in his guitar work, creating a dynamic yet reflective sound that aligns well with the essence of Pass's style.

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Common questions

Who sounds like Joe Pass?

Artists similar to Joe Pass include Wes Montgomery, Jim Hall, Grant Green and Pat Metheny. Each shares elements of Joe Pass's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Joe Pass?

Joe Pass is primarily known for jazz. With a fluid interplay of syncopated rhythms and soft resonant chords, Pass’s music creates a spacious atmosphere that encourages reflective engagement.

Where should I start if I like Joe Pass?

If you enjoy Joe Pass, start with Wes Montgomery — their album "The Wes Montgomery Trio" is a great entry point. Known for his smooth guitar lines and complex chord voicings, Montgomery's work embodies a similar fluidity and warmth that resonates with Pass's style.