Bands & artists like Kenny Drew
If you like Kenny Drew, 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
McCoy Tyner
GuideHis powerful piano work and complex harmonies in post-bop jazz create a similar rhythmic insistence and lyrical flow.
Chick Corea
GuideKnown for his innovative compositions and dynamic piano style, Corea's music often features intricate rhythms that resonate with Drew's work.
Horace Silver
GuideSilver’s hard bop roots and infectious grooves share a rhythmic energy that aligns closely with Drew’s musical approach.
Thelonious Monk
GuideMonk's unique phrasing and dissonant harmonies create moments of tension that echo the emotional landscape of Drew's music.
Herbie Hancock
GuideHancock's blend of jazz styles and innovative use of rhythm mirrors the complexity and fluidity present in Drew's work.
Cecil Taylor
GuideTaylor's avant-garde approach to piano improvisation offers a similar intensity and exploration of sound as seen in Drew's performances.
Keith Jarrett
GuideJarrett's improvisational style and emotional depth resonate with the lyrical quality of Drew’s compositions, creating rich sonic landscapes.
Brad Mehldau
GuideMehldau’s modern take on jazz piano incorporates intricate rhythms and lyrical melodies that align well with Drew’s aesthetic.
Common questions
Who sounds like Kenny Drew?
Artists similar to Kenny Drew include McCoy Tyner, Chick Corea, Horace Silver and Thelonious Monk. Each shares elements of Kenny Drew's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Kenny Drew?
Kenny Drew is primarily known for post-bop and hard bop. Each composition pulses with a rhythmic insistence that punctuates the lyrical flow, creating moments of tension and release that resonate deeply throughout.
Where should I start if I like Kenny Drew?
If you enjoy Kenny Drew, start with McCoy Tyner — their album "Song of the New World" is a great entry point. His powerful piano work and complex harmonies in post-bop jazz create a similar rhythmic insistence and lyrical flow.