Bands & artists like Kansas City Six

If you like Kansas City Six, 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.

jazz swing

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Gene Krupa

Shared genres: jazz, swing

Dixieland jazz big band music jazz

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The Drum Battle

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Frank Sinatra

Shared genres: jazz, swing

big band music blues easy listening

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Young at Heart

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Mundell Lowe

Shared genres: jazz, swing

cool jazz jazz mainstream jazz

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New Music of Alec Wilder

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Marian McPartland

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Shared genres: jazz, swing

bebop cool jazz jazz

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Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz with Steely Dan

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Billy Higgins

Shared genres: jazz, swing

jazz swing

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¾ for Peace

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Ella Fitzgerald

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Shared genres: jazz, swing

jazz soul swing

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At Newport

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Pete Rugolo

Shared genres: jazz, swing

jazz progressive jazz swing

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An Adventure in Sound: Brass in Hi-Fi

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Hilton Ruiz

Shared genres: jazz, swing

jazz swing

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Rhythm in the House

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Common questions

Who sounds like Kansas City Six?

Artists similar to Kansas City Six include Gene Krupa, Frank Sinatra, Mundell Lowe and Marian McPartland. Each shares elements of Kansas City Six's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Kansas City Six?

Kansas City Six is primarily known for jazz and swing. The Kansas City Six offers a rhythmic interplay that dances between tight arrangements and free-flowing improvisations, creating a pulsating energy that invites the listener to move along with each beat.

Where should I start if I like Kansas City Six?

If you enjoy Kansas City Six, start with Gene Krupa — their album "The Drum Battle" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz, swing