If you like Kenny Dorham, try these artists

If you like Kenny Dorham, 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

Sun Ra

Sun Ra

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Clark Terry

Clark Terry

Shared genres: jazz

bebop crossover jazz hard bop
Charles Mingus

Charles Mingus

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Fontella Bass

Fontella Bass

Higher popularity

blues pop music post-bop
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

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Higher popularity

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz
Alphonse Mouzon

Alphonse Mouzon

Shared genres: jazz

blues jazz jazz fusion
Beth Hart

Beth Hart

Higher popularity

blues blues rock jazz fusion

Common questions

Who sounds like Kenny Dorham?

Artists similar to Kenny Dorham include Marian McPartland, Sun Ra, Clark Terry and Charles Mingus. Each shares elements of Kenny Dorham's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Kenny Dorham?

Kenny Dorham is primarily known for jazz. Dorham's pieces feature a tight rhythmic pulse interwoven with expansive melodic lines that create moments of tension and release.

Where should I start if I like Kenny Dorham?

If you enjoy Kenny Dorham, start with Marian McPartland — their album "Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz with Steely Dan" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz