Bands & artists like Mike Stern

If you like Mike Stern, 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

Hiroshima

Hiroshima

Shared genres: jazz fusion

crossover jazz jazz fusion jazz pop
Spyro Gyra

Spyro Gyra

Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion

crossover jazz jazz jazz fusion
Acoustic Alchemy

Acoustic Alchemy

Shared genres: jazz fusion

jazz fusion jazz pop smooth jazz
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

Guide

Shared genres: jazz fusion

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz
Masayoshi Takanaka

Masayoshi Takanaka

Guide

Shared genres: jazz fusion

city pop funk funk soul
Weather Report

Weather Report

Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion

free jazz jazz jazz fusion
Jaco Pastorius

Jaco Pastorius

Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion

jazz jazz fusion jazz-funk
Larry Willis

Larry Willis

Shared genres: jazz, jazz fusion

Afro-Cuban jazz bebop jazz

Common questions

Who sounds like Mike Stern?

Artists similar to Mike Stern include Hiroshima, Spyro Gyra, Acoustic Alchemy and Larry Carlton. Each shares elements of Mike Stern's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Mike Stern?

Mike Stern is primarily known for jazz fusion. Stern’s music breathes with vibrant tension and release, characterized by intricate phrasing that dances between melodic fluidity and rhythmic drive.

Where should I start if I like Mike Stern?

If you enjoy Mike Stern, start with Hiroshima — their album "Another Place" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz fusion