Bands & artists like Masashi Sada

If you like Masashi Sada, 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

Kenshi Yonezu

Kenshi Yonezu

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Yonezu blends traditional Japanese sounds with modern folk elements, resulting in heartfelt songs that resonate emotionally.

J-pop rock music
Akiko Yano

Akiko Yano

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Yano's work often combines folk influences with a gentle piano backdrop, echoing Sada's rhythmic simplicity and emotional depth.

J-pop disco electronic music
Toshinori Yonekura

Toshinori Yonekura

Yonekura's soft vocal style and acoustic arrangements align well with Sada's gentle melodies and folk traditions.

J-pop rhythm and blues
Kiyotaka Sugiyama

Kiyotaka Sugiyama

Sugiyama's melodic lines and storytelling approach in his songs mirror the heartfelt quality found in Sada’s compositions.

J-pop
Rimi Natsukawa

Rimi Natsukawa

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Natsukawa’s emotive singing and incorporation of Okinawan folk elements resonate well with the gentle ebb of Sada's music.

J-pop Okinawan music enka
Haruomi Hosono

Haruomi Hosono

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Hosono's fusion of traditional Japanese music with contemporary styles produces a soothing soundscape reminiscent of Sada’s aesthetic.

rock music

Common questions

Who sounds like Masashi Sada?

Artists similar to Masashi Sada include Kenshi Yonezu, Akiko Yano, Toshinori Yonekura and Kiyotaka Sugiyama. Each shares elements of Masashi Sada's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Masashi Sada?

Masashi Sada is primarily known for folk, traditional folk music and kayōkyoku. Sada's music embodies a gentle ebb and flow, characterized by rhythmic simplicity and heartfelt melodies that linger with a contemplative resonance.

Where should I start if I like Masashi Sada?

If you enjoy Masashi Sada, start with Kenshi Yonezu — their album "Yankee" is a great entry point. Yonezu blends traditional Japanese sounds with modern folk elements, resulting in heartfelt songs that resonate emotionally.