Bands & artists like Khan Jamal

If you like Khan Jamal, 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
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

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Shared genres: jazz

bebop classical music electro
Miles Davis

Miles Davis

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Shared genres: jazz

bebop cool jazz hard bop
Beth Hart

Beth Hart

Similar era

blues blues rock jazz fusion
Weather Report

Weather Report

Shared genres: jazz

free jazz jazz jazz fusion
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

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Same era (~1990s)

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz

Common questions

Who sounds like Khan Jamal?

Artists similar to Khan Jamal include Charles Mingus, Sun Ra, Herbie Hancock and Miles Davis. Each shares elements of Khan Jamal's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Khan Jamal?

Khan Jamal is primarily known for jazz. With a complex interplay of marimba lines and shifting rhythms, Jamal's music propels forward with a tactile urgency that invites constant engagement.

Where should I start if I like Khan Jamal?

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