Bands & artists like Simon Stockhausen
If you like Simon Stockhausen, 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
Evan Parker
Parker's improvisational saxophone work features complex layering and dynamic shifts, creating a similarly tense yet engaging listening experience.
John Zorn
GuideZorn's avant-garde compositions often blend jazz with intricate structures and unpredictable dynamics, akin to Stockhausen's approach.
David Torn
Torn's experimental guitar work incorporates looping and layering techniques that evoke a sense of tension and release similar to Stockhausen's style.
Nils Frahm
GuideFrahm's blend of classical and electronic elements creates intricate soundscapes that mirror the delicate balance found in Stockhausen's music.
Bill Frisell
GuideFrisell's innovative guitar work often explores atmospheric textures and subtle dynamics, resonating with the layered intricacies of Stockhausen's compositions.
Tomasz Stańko
GuideStańko’s trumpet playing combines lyrical melodies with abstract improvisation, reflecting the tension and release characteristic of Stockhausen’s music.
Kurt Rosenwinkel
Rosenwinkel’s modern jazz guitar style features complex harmonies and fluid improvisation, creating a sonic landscape reminiscent of Stockhausen.
Mary Halvorson
GuideHalvorson's unique guitar techniques and compositional style create intricate sound layers that align well with the complexity found in Stockhausen's work.
Common questions
Who sounds like Simon Stockhausen?
Artists similar to Simon Stockhausen include Evan Parker, John Zorn, David Torn and Nils Frahm. Each shares elements of Simon Stockhausen's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Simon Stockhausen?
Simon Stockhausen is primarily known for jazz. With shifting dynamics and intricate layering, Stockhausen's music unfolds through a delicate balance of tension and release that keeps listeners on the edge of anticipation.
Where should I start if I like Simon Stockhausen?
If you enjoy Simon Stockhausen, start with Evan Parker — their album "Collective Calls (Urban) (Two Microphones)" is a great entry point. Parker's improvisational saxophone work features complex layering and dynamic shifts, creating a similarly tense yet engaging listening experience.