If you like Soulive, try these artists

If you like Soulive, 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

Sun Ra

Sun Ra

Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Hiromi Uehara

Hiromi Uehara

Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop contemporary jazz
Miles Davis

Miles Davis

Guide

Shared genres: jazz

bebop cool jazz hard bop
Charles Mingus

Charles Mingus

Guide

Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Jack DeJohnette

Jack DeJohnette

Shared genres: jazz

free jazz jazz jazz fusion
Beth Hart

Beth Hart

Same era (~2010s)

blues blues rock jazz fusion
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

Similar era

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz
Michael Brecker

Michael Brecker

Shared genres: jazz

jazz jazz fusion post-bop

Common questions

Who sounds like Soulive?

Artists similar to Soulive include Sun Ra, Hiromi Uehara, Miles Davis and Charles Mingus. Each shares elements of Soulive's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Soulive?

Soulive is primarily known for jazz. The music pulsates with a deep pocket groove, layering tight rhythmic cycles that create an atmosphere ripe for spontaneous exploration and communal resonance.

Where should I start if I like Soulive?

If you enjoy Soulive, start with Sun Ra — their album "Strange Strings" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz