If you like Madvillain, try these artists

If you like Madvillain, 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.

alternative hip-hop jazz rap

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Earl Sweatshirt

Shared genres: alternative hip-hop, jazz rap

West Coast hip-hop abstract hip-hop alternative hip-hop

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I Don't Like Shit, I Don't Go Outside: An Album By Earl Sweatshirt

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Nas

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Shared genres: alternative hip-hop, jazz rap

East Coast hip-hop alternative hip-hop boom bap

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King's Disease III

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Kendrick Lamar

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Shared genres: alternative hip-hop, jazz rap

West Coast hip-hop alternative hip-hop conscious hip-hop

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Good Kid, M.A.A.D City

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Kool Keith

Shared genres: alternative hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop abstract hip-hop alternative hip-hop

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The Return of Dr. Octagon

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Masta Killa

Shared genres: alternative hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop alternative hip-hop gangsta rap

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Loyalty Is Royalty

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Krizz Kaliko

Shared genres: alternative hip-hop

Midwest hip-hop alternative hip-hop hardcore hip-hop

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Kickin' and Screamin'

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Travie McCoy

Shared genres: alternative hip-hop

alternative hip-hop pop rap rap rock

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Lazarus

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Everlast

Shared genres: alternative hip-hop

alternative hip-hop alternative rock blues

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Eat at Whitey's

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Common questions

Who sounds like Madvillain?

Artists similar to Madvillain include Earl Sweatshirt, Nas, Kendrick Lamar and Kool Keith. Each shares elements of Madvillain's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Madvillain?

Madvillain is primarily known for alternative hip-hop and jazz rap. Layered beats pulse beneath cryptic verses, creating a textured landscape where rhythm dances with spontaneity and surprise.

Where should I start if I like Madvillain?

If you enjoy Madvillain, start with Earl Sweatshirt — their album "I Don't Like Shit, I Don't Go Outside: An Album By Earl Sweatshirt" is a great entry point. Shared genres: alternative hip-hop, jazz rap