Bands & artists like Michel Camilo
If you like Michel Camilo, 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
Chick Corea
GuideCorea's blend of jazz and Latin influences, along with his virtuosic piano skills, creates a similar rhythmic vitality and melodic flow.
Arturo Sandoval
Sandoval's energetic trumpet playing and incorporation of Afro-Cuban rhythms resonate well with Camilo's vibrant Latin jazz style.
Brad Mehldau
GuideMehldau's intricate piano work and blending of jazz with classical elements parallel Camilo's sophisticated approach to melody and rhythm.
Pablo Ziegler
Ziegler’s compositions often fuse traditional Argentine tango with jazz, echoing the rhythmic complexity found in Camilo's music.
Hiromi Uehara
GuideHiromi’s dynamic piano performances and fusion of jazz with various genres create a similar sense of energy and innovation.
Tito Puente
Puente’s mastery of Latin rhythms and percussion brings an infectious groove that aligns closely with Camilo's rhythmic vitality.
Gonzalo Rubalcaba
Rubalcaba’s innovative piano techniques and rich harmonic language resonate with the intricate structures found in Camilo's work.
Danilo Pérez
Pérez’s integration of world music elements into jazz parallels the multicultural influences present in Camilo's compositions.
Common questions
Who sounds like Michel Camilo?
Artists similar to Michel Camilo include Chick Corea, Arturo Sandoval, Brad Mehldau and Pablo Ziegler. Each shares elements of Michel Camilo's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Michel Camilo?
Michel Camilo is primarily known for classical, hard bop and Latin music. Camilo's music pulsates with rhythmic vitality, characterized by sharp grooves that pulse against flowing melodies, creating a captivating tension between freedom and structure.
Where should I start if I like Michel Camilo?
If you enjoy Michel Camilo, start with Chick Corea — their album "Children's Songs" is a great entry point. Corea's blend of jazz and Latin influences, along with his virtuosic piano skills, creates a similar rhythmic vitality and melodic flow.