Bands & artists like Samurai Jay

If you like Samurai Jay, 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

Flying Lotus

Flying Lotus

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Known for his intricate production and fusion of electronic, hip-hop, and jazz elements, Flying Lotus creates dynamic soundscapes that evoke tension and resolution.

electronic music experimental music hip-hop
Thundercat

Thundercat

With his virtuosic bass playing and blend of funk, jazz, and R&B, Thundercat's music pulses with rhythmic momentum and emotional depth.

electronic music neo soul
Shlohmo

Shlohmo

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Shlohmo's atmospheric beats and layered textures create a similar tension in rhythm and mood, making his work resonate with Samurai Jay's style.

electronic music
Kaytranada

Kaytranada

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His groovy house beats combined with hip-hop influences create a vibrant rhythmic flow that aligns well with the dynamic shifts found in Samurai Jay's music.

contemporary R&B dance music electronic music
J Dilla

J Dilla

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J Dilla's innovative production techniques and soulful grooves embody a rhythmic complexity that parallels the engaging momentum in Samurai Jay's tracks.

alternative hip-hop hip-hop instrumental hip hop
Anderson .Paak

Anderson .Paak

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.Paak's fusion of funk, soul, and hip-hop features dynamic instrumentation and rhythmic shifts that mirror the energetic pulse of Samurai Jay's music.

alternative R&B alternative hip-hop contemporary R&B
Bonobo

Bonobo

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Bonobo’s downtempo electronic compositions often feature complex rhythms and organic instrumentation that evoke a similar sense of movement and emotion.

downtempo electronic music nu jazz
Odesza

Odesza

Their lush electronic soundscapes and driving beats create an immersive experience filled with dynamic shifts akin to the rhythmic qualities in Samurai Jay's work.

electro

Common questions

Who sounds like Samurai Jay?

Artists similar to Samurai Jay include Flying Lotus, Thundercat, Shlohmo and Kaytranada. Each shares elements of Samurai Jay's sound while bringing their own perspective.

Where should I start if I like Samurai Jay?

If you enjoy Samurai Jay, start with Flying Lotus — their album "You're Dead!" is a great entry point. Known for his intricate production and fusion of electronic, hip-hop, and jazz elements, Flying Lotus creates dynamic soundscapes that evoke tension and resolution.