If you like Roy Orbison, try these artists

If you like Roy Orbison, 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

Jerry Reed

Jerry Reed

Shared genres: country music, rockabilly

bluegrass music country music country pop
Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley

Shared genres: country music, rock music, rockabilly

blues country music country rock
Johnny Cash

Johnny Cash

Shared genres: country music, rockabilly

blues country music gospel music
Jerry Lee Lewis

Jerry Lee Lewis

Shared genres: country music, rock music, rockabilly

blues country music gospel music
Donna Summer

Donna Summer

Shared genres: rock music

contemporary R&B disco house music
Debbie Harry

Debbie Harry

Shared genres: rock music

disco new wave pop music
Harry Nilsson

Harry Nilsson

Shared genres: rock music

Brill Building baroque pop pop music
Cher

Cher

Shared genres: rock music

dance music disco folk music

Common questions

Who sounds like Roy Orbison?

Artists similar to Roy Orbison include Jerry Reed, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis. Each shares elements of Roy Orbison's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Roy Orbison?

Roy Orbison is primarily known for country and rockabilly. Orbison’s music features sweeping melodies and dramatic shifts in dynamics that build tension while maintaining a haunting, lingering resonance.

Where should I start if I like Roy Orbison?

If you enjoy Roy Orbison, start with Jerry Reed — their album "The Unbelievable Guitar and Voice of Jerry Reed" is a great entry point. Shared genres: country music, rockabilly