Bands & artists like Sonny Clark

If you like Sonny Clark, 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

Miles Davis

Miles Davis

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Shared genres: hard bop, jazz

bebop cool jazz hard bop
Ahmad Jamal

Ahmad Jamal

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Shared genres: hard bop, jazz

cool jazz hard bop jazz
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

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Shared genres: hard bop, jazz

bebop classical music electro
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

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Shared genres: hard bop, jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
John Coltrane

John Coltrane

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Shared genres: hard bop, jazz

free jazz hard bop jazz
Oliver Nelson

Oliver Nelson

Shared genres: hard bop, jazz

bebop hard bop jazz
Charles Mingus

Charles Mingus

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Shared genres: hard bop, jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz

Common questions

Who sounds like Sonny Clark?

Artists similar to Sonny Clark include Miles Davis, Ahmad Jamal, Herbie Hancock and Sun Ra. Each shares elements of Sonny Clark's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Sonny Clark?

Sonny Clark is primarily known for hard bop. Clark’s music pulses with a steady groove, intertwining intricate melodic lines with a swinging rhythm that encourages both introspection and movement.

Where should I start if I like Sonny Clark?

If you enjoy Sonny Clark, start with Miles Davis — their album "Rubberband" is a great entry point. Shared genres: hard bop, jazz