If you like Leroy Jenkins, try these artists

If you like Leroy Jenkins, 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

Shared genres: avant-garde jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Charles Mingus

Charles Mingus

Guide

Shared genres: avant-garde jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Albert Mangelsdorff

Albert Mangelsdorff

Shared genres: avant-garde jazz

avant-garde jazz free jazz jazz
Andrew Hill

Andrew Hill

Shared genres: avant-garde jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop hard bop
Charlie Haden

Charlie Haden

Shared genres: avant-garde jazz

avant-garde jazz free jazz jazz
Eric Dolphy

Eric Dolphy

Shared genres: avant-garde jazz

avant-garde jazz free jazz hard bop
Chick Corea

Chick Corea

Guide

Shared genres: avant-garde jazz

avant-garde jazz jazz post-bop
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

Same era (~1990s)

bebop classical music electro

Common questions

Who sounds like Leroy Jenkins?

Artists similar to Leroy Jenkins include Sun Ra, Charles Mingus, Albert Mangelsdorff and Andrew Hill. Each shares elements of Leroy Jenkins's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Leroy Jenkins?

Leroy Jenkins is primarily known for avant-garde jazz. Jenkins' music pulses with uneven rhythms and layered textures that challenge expectations while inviting deep emotional engagement.

Where should I start if I like Leroy Jenkins?

If you enjoy Leroy Jenkins, start with Sun Ra — their album "Strange Strings" is a great entry point. Shared genres: avant-garde jazz