Bands & artists like Nnenna Freelon

If you like Nnenna Freelon, 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
Hiromi Uehara

Hiromi Uehara

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop contemporary jazz
Miles Davis

Miles Davis

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Shared genres: jazz

bebop cool jazz hard bop
John Beasley

John Beasley

Shared genres: jazz

Afro-Cuban jazz Latin music blues
Michael Brecker

Michael Brecker

Shared genres: jazz

jazz jazz fusion post-bop
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

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Similar era

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz
Beth Hart

Beth Hart

Same era (~2010s)

blues blues rock jazz fusion

Common questions

Who sounds like Nnenna Freelon?

Artists similar to Nnenna Freelon include Charles Mingus, Sun Ra, Hiromi Uehara and Miles Davis. Each shares elements of Nnenna Freelon's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Nnenna Freelon?

Nnenna Freelon is primarily known for jazz. Freelon’s music pulses with rhythmic complexity and dynamic phrasing, balancing moments of restraint with powerful vocal crescendos that evoke a profound emotional response.

Where should I start if I like Nnenna Freelon?

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