Bands & artists like Sonny Criss

If you like Sonny Criss, 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.

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Sun Ra

Sun Ra

Guide

Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Oliver Nelson

Oliver Nelson

Shared genres: jazz

bebop hard bop jazz
Charles Mingus

Charles Mingus

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Fontella Bass

Fontella Bass

Similar era

blues pop music post-bop
Alphonse Mouzon

Alphonse Mouzon

Shared genres: jazz

blues jazz jazz fusion
Sonny Fortune

Sonny Fortune

Shared genres: jazz

Afro-Cuban jazz free jazz jazz
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

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Higher popularity

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz

Common questions

Who sounds like Sonny Criss?

Artists similar to Sonny Criss include Marian McPartland, Sun Ra, Oliver Nelson and Charles Mingus. Each shares elements of Sonny Criss's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Sonny Criss?

Sonny Criss is primarily known for jazz. Criss’s music embodies a rich tapestry of intricate phrasing and rhythmic complexity, creating a textured experience that captivates while demanding active engagement.

Where should I start if I like Sonny Criss?

If you enjoy Sonny Criss, start with Marian McPartland — their album "Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz with Steely Dan" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz