Bands & artists like John Renbourn
If you like John Renbourn, 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
Bert Jansch
GuideKnown for his intricate fingerstyle guitar work and deep folk roots, Bert Jansch shares a similar approach to open tunings and delicate melodies.
Nick Drake
With his haunting vocals and complex guitar arrangements, Nick Drake captures an ethereal quality that resonates with Renbourn's style.
Davey Graham
A pioneer of folk guitar, Davey Graham's innovative fingerpicking and use of modal tunings align closely with Renbourn's baroque folk sound.
Pentangle
GuideAs a band co-founded by Renbourn, Pentangle blends folk, jazz, and blues with intricate instrumentation that complements his solo work.
Richard Thompson
GuideThompson's virtuosic guitar playing and storytelling lyrics resonate well with the intricate acoustic landscapes created by Renbourn.
Fairport Convention
GuideThis band’s blend of traditional British folk with rock elements mirrors the expansive soundscapes found in Renbourn's music.
Anne Briggs
Briggs' raw vocal style and traditional folk influences create a similarly organic atmosphere to that of John Renbourn.
John Martyn
GuideMartyn's fusion of folk with jazz and blues, along with his innovative guitar techniques, echoes the sonic complexity of Renbourn's work.
Common questions
Who sounds like John Renbourn?
Artists similar to John Renbourn include Bert Jansch, Nick Drake, Davey Graham and Pentangle. Each shares elements of John Renbourn's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is John Renbourn?
John Renbourn is primarily known for folk rock and folk baroque. A delicate interplay of intricate fingerpicking and open tunings creates an expansive soundscape that breathes with organic movement and lingering resonance.
Where should I start if I like John Renbourn?
If you enjoy John Renbourn, start with Bert Jansch — their album "Bert and John" is a great entry point. Known for his intricate fingerstyle guitar work and deep folk roots, Bert Jansch shares a similar approach to open tunings and delicate melodies.