Bands & artists like Kevin Coyne

If you like Kevin Coyne, 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

John Martyn

John Martyn

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Martyn's blend of folk, blues, and rock features emotive guitar work and heartfelt vocals that resonate with Coyne's earthy groove.

rock music traditional folk music
Captain Beefheart

Captain Beefheart

Beefheart's avant-garde blues rock incorporates raw instrumentation and unconventional song structures, paralleling Coyne's unique sound.

alternative rock art rock blues rock
Rory Gallagher

Rory Gallagher

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Gallagher's blues-infused rock showcases powerful guitar riffs and passionate vocal delivery, mirroring the intensity found in Coyne's music.

blues traditional folk music
J.J. Cale

J.J. Cale

Cale's laid-back yet gritty approach to blues rock creates a similar tension and release dynamic that fans of Coyne would appreciate.

blues traditional folk music
The Band

The Band

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The Band's rootsy sound combines elements of rock, blues, and Americana with rich harmonies that echo the emotive quality of Coyne’s work.

Americana alternative country blues rock
Leonard Cohen

Leonard Cohen

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Cohen’s deep, expressive vocals and poetic lyrics over minimal instrumentation create a haunting atmosphere akin to Coyne's emotional depth.

blues folk music folk rock
Tom Waits

Tom Waits

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Waits' gravelly voice and eclectic mix of blues, jazz, and rock often evoke a raw emotional landscape similar to that of Kevin Coyne.

blues experimental music jazz
Nick Drake

Nick Drake

Drake’s introspective songwriting and delicate acoustic arrangements resonate with the emotional honesty found in Coyne’s music.

baroque pop folk music traditional folk music

Common questions

Who sounds like Kevin Coyne?

Artists similar to Kevin Coyne include John Martyn, Captain Beefheart, Rory Gallagher and J.J. Cale. Each shares elements of Kevin Coyne's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Kevin Coyne?

Kevin Coyne is primarily known for blues rock. The music pulses with an earthy groove that balances tension and release through its raw instrumentation and emotive phrasing.

Where should I start if I like Kevin Coyne?

If you enjoy Kevin Coyne, start with John Martyn — their album "Inside Out" is a great entry point. Martyn's blend of folk, blues, and rock features emotive guitar work and heartfelt vocals that resonate with Coyne's earthy groove.