Bands & artists like Mahmood

If you like Mahmood, 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.

New to Mahmood? Start with our listening guide.

contemporary R&B pop music

Artists to try next

Sandro Cavazza

Cavazza's blend of pop and R&B features emotional lyricism and intricate vocal arrangements that resonate similarly to Mahmood.

pop music

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Sandro Cavazza - EP

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Tash Sultana

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With a focus on atmospheric soundscapes and dynamic shifts, Sultana's music captures a similar emotional depth and rhythmic complexity.

funk indie pop psychedelic rock

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Flow State

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James Blake

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Blake’s use of electronic elements combined with soulful vocals creates intimate moments akin to Mahmood’s style.

electronica pop music

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Assume Form

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Khalid

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Khalid’s contemporary R&B sound features relatable lyrics and a smooth vocal delivery that parallels Mahmood’s emotional approach.

contemporary R&B

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After the Sun Goes Down

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Hozier

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Hozier's rich vocal tone and atmospheric instrumentation evoke a similar emotional resonance found in Mahmood's music.

blues blues rock indie rock

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Hozier

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Raye

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RAYE combines pop and R&B with personal storytelling and intricate production, reminiscent of the sonic layers in Mahmood's work.

contemporary R&B

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My 21st Century Blues

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Lauv

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Lauv's introspective lyrics and melodic hooks align well with the emotional depth and rhythmic intricacies present in Mahmood's music.

electronic music

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How I'm Feeling

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Alessia Cara

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Cara's blend of pop and R&B, along with her heartfelt lyrics, mirrors the intimate moments crafted by Mahmood.

alternative R&B contemporary R&B indie pop

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Know-It-All

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Common questions

Who sounds like Mahmood?

Artists similar to Mahmood include Sandro Cavazza, Tash Sultana, James Blake and Khalid. Each shares elements of Mahmood's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Mahmood?

Mahmood is primarily known for contemporary R&B. Mahmood's music pulses with rhythmic intricacies and emotional depth, utilizing dynamic shifts to create intimate moments amid broader atmospheric sweeps.

Where should I start if I like Mahmood?

If you enjoy Mahmood, start with Sandro Cavazza — their album "Sandro Cavazza - EP" is a great entry point. Cavazza's blend of pop and R&B features emotional lyricism and intricate vocal arrangements that resonate similarly to Mahmood.