Bands & artists like Simon Phillips

If you like Simon Phillips, 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

Charles Mingus

Charles Mingus

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Shared genres: bebop, jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Miles Davis

Miles Davis

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Shared genres: bebop, jazz

bebop cool jazz hard bop
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

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Shared genres: bebop, jazz

bebop classical music electro
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

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Shared genres: bebop, jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Albert Mangelsdorff

Albert Mangelsdorff

Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz free jazz jazz
Wayne Shorter

Wayne Shorter

Shared genres: bebop, jazz

bebop crossover jazz
Andrew Hill

Andrew Hill

Shared genres: bebop, jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop hard bop

Common questions

Who sounds like Simon Phillips?

Artists similar to Simon Phillips include Charles Mingus, Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock and Sun Ra. Each shares elements of Simon Phillips's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Simon Phillips?

Simon Phillips is primarily known for bebop. Propelled by syncopated grooves and intricate rhythmic patterns, Phillips’ compositions create a pulsing energy that invites constant movement within the listener.

Where should I start if I like Simon Phillips?

If you enjoy Simon Phillips, start with Charles Mingus — their album "Newport Rebels" is a great entry point. Shared genres: bebop, jazz