Bands & artists like John Cage
If you like John Cage, 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.
New to John Cage? Start with our listening guide.
Artists to try next
Meredith Monk
GuideMonk's innovative vocal techniques and use of silence create a unique soundscape that parallels Cage's exploration of auditory boundaries.
Karlheinz Stockhausen
GuideStockhausen's pioneering work in electronic music and spatialization of sound reflects Cage's avant-garde approach to composition.
Steve Reich
GuideReich’s minimalist approach and use of repetition evoke a similar tension and release dynamic found in Cage’s works.
Terry Riley
GuideRiley’s use of improvisation and tape loops aligns with Cage’s experimental ethos, creating immersive auditory experiences.
John Zorn
GuideZorn’s eclectic mix of genres and avant-garde compositions reflect Cage's spirit of breaking traditional musical boundaries.
Brian Eno
GuideEno’s ambient works often utilize chance operations, paralleling Cage’s influence on the unpredictability of sound environments.
György Ligeti
GuideLigeti’s dense textures and exploration of microtonality align with Cage's innovative approaches to composition and sound organization.
Common questions
Who sounds like John Cage?
Artists similar to John Cage include Meredith Monk, Karlheinz Stockhausen, Steve Reich and Terry Riley. Each shares elements of John Cage's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is John Cage?
John Cage is primarily known for classical, electronic and opera. Cage's work invites a space where silence interacts with unpredictable bursts of sound, creating a texture marked by tension and release through varying densities of auditory stimuli.
Where should I start if I like John Cage?
If you enjoy John Cage, start with Meredith Monk — their album "Dolmen Music" is a great entry point. Monk's innovative vocal techniques and use of silence create a unique soundscape that parallels Cage's exploration of auditory boundaries.