Bands & artists like Mel Lewis

If you like Mel Lewis, 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

Charles Mingus

Charles Mingus

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Oliver Nelson

Oliver Nelson

Shared genres: jazz

bebop hard bop jazz
Sonny Fortune

Sonny Fortune

Shared genres: jazz

Afro-Cuban jazz free jazz jazz
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

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Higher popularity

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz
Alphonse Mouzon

Alphonse Mouzon

Shared genres: jazz

blues jazz jazz fusion
Fontella Bass

Fontella Bass

Similar era

blues pop music post-bop

Common questions

Who sounds like Mel Lewis?

Artists similar to Mel Lewis include Charles Mingus, Sun Ra, Marian McPartland and Oliver Nelson. Each shares elements of Mel Lewis's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Mel Lewis?

Mel Lewis is primarily known for jazz. The music captures a pulsing energy rooted in intricate rhythms and conversational interplay, offering layers of texture that unfold with each performance.

Where should I start if I like Mel Lewis?

If you enjoy Mel Lewis, start with Charles Mingus — their album "Newport Rebels" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz