If you like Roy Nathanson, try these artists

If you like Roy Nathanson, 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

Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

Shared genres: jazz, post-bop

bebop classical music electro
John Coltrane

John Coltrane

Guide

Shared genres: jazz, post-bop

free jazz hard bop jazz
Albert Mangelsdorff

Albert Mangelsdorff

Shared genres: jazz, post-bop

avant-garde jazz free jazz jazz
Charles Mingus

Charles Mingus

Guide

Shared genres: jazz, post-bop

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Frank Gambale

Frank Gambale

Shared genres: jazz, post-bop

instrumental rock jazz jazz fusion
Bill Frisell

Bill Frisell

Shared genres: jazz, post-bop

jazz post-bop progressive jazz
Michael Brecker

Michael Brecker

Shared genres: jazz, post-bop

jazz jazz fusion post-bop

Common questions

Who sounds like Roy Nathanson?

Artists similar to Roy Nathanson include Herbie Hancock, John Coltrane, Albert Mangelsdorff and Charles Mingus. Each shares elements of Roy Nathanson's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Roy Nathanson?

Roy Nathanson is primarily known for post-bop. Nathanson’s music pulses with a rhythmic interplay of breathy saxophone lines and understated percussive elements, creating a textured environment that ebbs and swells with emotional intensity.

Where should I start if I like Roy Nathanson?

If you enjoy Roy Nathanson, start with Herbie Hancock — their album "Takin' Off" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz, post-bop