Bands & artists like Stanley Turrentine
If you like Stanley Turrentine, 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
Horace Silver
GuideSilver's compositions blend hard bop with soulful grooves, featuring rich harmonies and a similar rhythmic pulse that invites expressive improvisation.
Grant Green
Green's guitar work features a laid-back groove and bluesy feel that complements the warmth and expressiveness of Turrentine's jazz approach.
McCoy Tyner
Tyner's piano playing combines rich harmonic textures with rhythmic complexity, creating a spacious backdrop that enhances the emotional depth similar to Turrentine's sound.
Charles Lloyd
Lloyd's ethereal saxophone melodies and expansive arrangements evoke a sense of space and tension akin to Turrentine's stylistic nuances.
Wayne Shorter
Shorter's innovative compositions and fluid saxophone lines share an adventurous spirit while maintaining a grounded groove reminiscent of Turrentine's work.
Bobby Hutcherson
GuideHutcherson’s vibraphone adds a unique texture to his jazz compositions, creating a warm atmosphere that aligns well with Turrentine’s sonic palette.
Art Pepper
Pepper’s emotive alto saxophone playing captures a similar intensity and lyrical quality, often paired with lush, spacious arrangements.
David Sanborn
GuideSanborn’s smooth saxophone style blends jazz with elements of soul and pop, echoing the groove-driven aspects of Turrentine’s music.
Common questions
Who sounds like Stanley Turrentine?
Artists similar to Stanley Turrentine include Horace Silver, Grant Green, McCoy Tyner and Charles Lloyd. Each shares elements of Stanley Turrentine's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Stanley Turrentine?
Stanley Turrentine is primarily known for jazz. Turrentine's music pulses with a warm groove that builds tension through expressive phrasing while embracing spacious rhythms that allow each moment to resonate.
Where should I start if I like Stanley Turrentine?
If you enjoy Stanley Turrentine, start with Horace Silver — their album "Finger Poppin'" is a great entry point. Silver's compositions blend hard bop with soulful grooves, featuring rich harmonies and a similar rhythmic pulse that invites expressive improvisation.