Bands & artists like Masta Ace

If you like Masta Ace, 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 Masta Ace? Start with our listening guide.

East Coast hip-hop funk hardcore hip-hop hip-hop jazz rap

Artists to try next

Black Moon

Known for their gritty East Coast sound and jazz-infused samples, Black Moon's music shares a similar rhythmic clarity and lyrical depth.

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Enta da Stage

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Buckshot

As a member of Black Moon, Buckshot's work features tightly woven rhythms and funk-driven production that resonates well with Masta Ace's sonic palette.

East Coast hip-hop hardcore hip-hop hip-hop

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Backpack Travels

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J-Live

J-Live combines sharp lyricism with jazzy instrumentals, mirroring the engaging interplay of beats and samples found in Masta Ace's music.

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The Hear After

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Pharoahe Monch

Pharoahe Monch's complex rhyme schemes and dynamic flow, paired with rich production, create a similar tension and release as heard in Masta Ace's tracks.

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Desire

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A Tribe Called Quest

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Their innovative use of jazz samples and laid-back yet engaging beats reflect the same soul-infused aesthetic present in Masta Ace's work.

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

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Midnight Marauders

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Pete Rock & CL Smooth

This duo is known for their classic hip-hop sound featuring lush samples and smooth flows, akin to the vibe found in Masta Ace's discography.

East Coast hip-hop golden age hip-hop jazz rap

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The Main Ingredient

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KRS-One

KRS-One's powerful delivery and socially conscious lyrics over hard-hitting beats resonate with the hardcore elements present in Masta Ace's music.

East Coast hip-hop boom bap conscious hip-hop

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Hip Hop Lives

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De La Soul

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De La Soul’s eclectic sampling and playful lyricism provide a refreshing parallel to the funk-infused storytelling style of Masta Ace.

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

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3 Feet High and Rising

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Common questions

Who sounds like Masta Ace?

Artists similar to Masta Ace include Black Moon, Buckshot, J-Live and Pharoahe Monch. Each shares elements of Masta Ace's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Masta Ace?

Masta Ace is primarily known for funk, hip-hop and hardcore hip-hop. Masta Ace's music pulses with rhythmic clarity, where crisp beats interlace with soul-infused samples to create an engaging interplay of tension and release.

Where should I start if I like Masta Ace?

If you enjoy Masta Ace, start with Black Moon — their album "Enta da Stage" is a great entry point. Known for their gritty East Coast sound and jazz-infused samples, Black Moon's music shares a similar rhythmic clarity and lyrical depth.