Bands & artists like Piero Umiliani

If you like Piero Umiliani, 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.

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Artists to try next

Ennio Morricone

Ennio Morricone

Morricone's cinematic compositions often blend intricate rhythms with lush orchestration, creating a similarly evocative tension.

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Nino Rota

Nino Rota

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Rota's work features complex melodies and unexpected harmonic shifts, reminiscent of Umiliani's captivating style.

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Franco Micalizzi

Micalizzi's scores incorporate rhythmic intricacies and eclectic instrumentation that echo the dynamic feel of Umiliani's compositions.

Giorgio Moroder

Giorgio Moroder

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Moroder blends electronic elements with rich melodies, creating a pulsating sound that aligns well with Umiliani's rhythmic explorations.

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Vangelis

Vangelis

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Vangelis' atmospheric compositions often feature intricate rhythms and synth textures that create a similar sense of movement.

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Klaus Schulze

Klaus Schulze

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Schulze’s experimental electronic music incorporates complex structures and evolving soundscapes akin to Umiliani's work.

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John Barry

John Barry

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Barry’s orchestral scores are known for their emotional depth and rhythmic complexity, paralleling Umiliani's evocative compositions.

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Michel Legrand

Michel Legrand

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Legrand’s jazz-influenced film scores feature intricate arrangements and shifts in mood that resonate with Umiliani’s style.

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Common questions

Who sounds like Piero Umiliani?

Artists similar to Piero Umiliani include Ennio Morricone, Nino Rota, Franco Micalizzi and Giorgio Moroder. Each shares elements of Piero Umiliani's sound while bringing their own perspective.

Where should I start if I like Piero Umiliani?

If you enjoy Piero Umiliani, start with Ennio Morricone — their album "Il buono, il brutto, il cattivo – Colonna sonora originale" is a great entry point. Morricone's cinematic compositions often blend intricate rhythms with lush orchestration, creating a similarly evocative tension.