Bands & artists like John Taylor

If you like John Taylor, 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

Charles Mingus

Charles Mingus

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Miles Davis

Miles Davis

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Shared genres: jazz

bebop cool jazz hard bop
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

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Similar era

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz
Alphonse Mouzon

Alphonse Mouzon

Shared genres: jazz

blues jazz jazz fusion
Fontella Bass

Fontella Bass

Same era (~1980s)

blues pop music post-bop
Sonny Fortune

Sonny Fortune

Shared genres: jazz

Afro-Cuban jazz free jazz jazz

Common questions

Who sounds like John Taylor?

Artists similar to John Taylor include Charles Mingus, Marian McPartland, Sun Ra and Miles Davis. Each shares elements of John Taylor's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is John Taylor?

John Taylor is primarily known for jazz. Rich in texture, his music unfolds through intricate harmonies and delicate phrasing that create a tension between stillness and movement.

Where should I start if I like John Taylor?

If you enjoy John Taylor, start with Charles Mingus — their album "Newport Rebels" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz