Bands & artists like Roland Hanna

If you like Roland Hanna, 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

Chick Corea

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Corea's innovative piano style combines intricate melodies and rhythmic exploration, paralleling the fluidity found in Hanna's compositions.

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Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

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Hancock's ability to blend jazz with diverse styles while maintaining harmonic depth aligns closely with Hanna's artistic approach.

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Keith Jarrett

Keith Jarrett

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Jarrett's improvisational piano performances are rich in emotional depth and complexity, reminiscent of the intricate interplay in Hanna's work.

jazz
McCoy Tyner

McCoy Tyner

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Tyner's powerful yet nuanced piano playing incorporates rich harmonics and rhythmic shifts, echoing the essence of Hanna's style.

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Brad Mehldau

Brad Mehldau

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Mehldau’s blend of classical influences with jazz improvisation creates a lush harmonic environment similar to Hanna’s intricate melodies.

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Tigran Hamasyan

Tigran Hamasyan

Hamasyan's unique fusion of jazz with Armenian folk music features complex rhythms and harmonies that resonate with Hanna's artistry.

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Cecil Taylor

Cecil Taylor

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Taylor's avant-garde approach to piano emphasizes intense emotional expression and intricate structures, akin to Hanna's explorative style.

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Ahmad Jamal

Ahmad Jamal

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Jamal’s minimalist yet deeply expressive piano arrangements mirror the subtlety and harmonic richness present in Hanna’s music.

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Common questions

Who sounds like Roland Hanna?

Artists similar to Roland Hanna include Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, Keith Jarrett and McCoy Tyner. Each shares elements of Roland Hanna's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Roland Hanna?

Roland Hanna is primarily known for jazz. With a fluid interplay of intricate melodies and subtle rhythmic shifts, Hanna's piano playing crafts a space rich in harmonic depth and emotional resonance.

Where should I start if I like Roland Hanna?

If you enjoy Roland Hanna, start with Chick Corea — their album "The Ultimate Adventure" is a great entry point. Corea's innovative piano style combines intricate melodies and rhythmic exploration, paralleling the fluidity found in Hanna's compositions.