Bands & artists like Rico Sasaki

If you like Rico Sasaki, 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

Hiatus Kaiyote

Hiatus Kaiyote

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Their blend of neo-soul and jazz incorporates intricate rhythms and lush harmonies, similar to Sasaki's fluid style.

neo soul
Esperanza Spalding

Esperanza Spalding

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Spalding's innovative approach to jazz, with rich harmonic layers and dynamic phrasing, resonates closely with Sasaki's sound.

funk jazz soul
Robert Glasper

Robert Glasper

Glasper's fusion of jazz with hip-hop and R&B features complex rhythms and textures that parallel Sasaki's musical interplay.

jazz progressive jazz
Nils Frahm

Nils Frahm

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Frahm's experimental piano compositions create atmospheric tension and release, akin to the emotional depth found in Sasaki's work.

ambient music classical music contemporary classical music
Takuya Kuroda

Takuya Kuroda

Kuroda blends jazz with funk and soul, utilizing rich instrumentation and rhythmic complexity reminiscent of Sasaki.

jazz
Yussef Dayes

Yussef Dayes

Dayes' drumming style emphasizes rhythm and silence, creating dynamic spaces that align well with Sasaki's artistic approach.

GoGo Penguin

GoGo Penguin

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This trio combines acoustic jazz with electronic elements, producing intricate rhythms and textures similar to Sasaki’s sonic palette.

jazz
Cécile McLorin Salvant

Cécile McLorin Salvant

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Salvant’s vocal style and her exploration of jazz standards bring a rich emotionality that complements the depth in Sasaki's music.

jazz vocal jazz

Common questions

Who sounds like Rico Sasaki?

Artists similar to Rico Sasaki include Hiatus Kaiyote, Esperanza Spalding, Robert Glasper and Nils Frahm. Each shares elements of Rico Sasaki's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Rico Sasaki?

Rico Sasaki is primarily known for jazz. Sasaki's music features a fluid interplay of rhythm and silence, creating moments of tension and release through dynamic phrasing and rich harmonic layers.

Where should I start if I like Rico Sasaki?

If you enjoy Rico Sasaki, start with Hiatus Kaiyote — their album "Choose Your Weapon" is a great entry point. Their blend of neo-soul and jazz incorporates intricate rhythms and lush harmonies, similar to Sasaki's fluid style.