Bands & artists like Sonny Simmons

If you like Sonny Simmons, 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

Guide

Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Oliver Nelson

Oliver Nelson

Shared genres: jazz

bebop hard bop jazz
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

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Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Sonny Fortune

Sonny Fortune

Shared genres: jazz

Afro-Cuban jazz free jazz jazz
Alphonse Mouzon

Alphonse Mouzon

Shared genres: jazz

blues jazz jazz fusion
Fontella Bass

Fontella Bass

Similar era

blues pop music post-bop
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

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Higher popularity

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz

Common questions

Who sounds like Sonny Simmons?

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

What genre is Sonny Simmons?

Sonny Simmons is primarily known for jazz. Dense layers of saxophone intertwine with rhythmically shifting patterns, creating an intense interplay of tension and release that challenges the listener’s perception of time.

Where should I start if I like Sonny Simmons?

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