Bands & artists like Steve Lacy

If you like Steve Lacy, 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

Thundercat

Thundercat

Thundercat combines jazz, funk, and R&B with intricate bass lines and smooth melodies, similar to Lacy's rhythmic groove.

electronic music neo soul
Anderson .Paak

Anderson .Paak

Anderson .Paak's blend of hip-hop, R&B, and jazz features tight grooves and melodic hooks reminiscent of Lacy's style.

contemporary R&B funk hip-hop
Hiatus Kaiyote

Hiatus Kaiyote

Hiatus Kaiyote's neo-soul sound incorporates jazzy instrumentation and ethereal vocals, echoing the atmospheric elements found in Lacy's music.

neo soul
Jordan Rakei

Jordan Rakei

Jordan Rakei blends soul, jazz, and electronic elements with intricate arrangements that parallel Lacy's sonic explorations.

Tom Misch

Tom Misch

Tom Misch combines jazz-inflected guitar lines with a modern production style, akin to the spacious phrasing found in Lacy's work.

Kali Uchis

Kali Uchis

Kali Uchis infuses her music with soulful melodies and jazzy undertones, creating a vibrant sound that complements Lacy's aesthetic.

contemporary R&B
Saba

Saba

Saba’s incorporation of jazz influences into his hip-hop tracks mirrors the rhythmic complexity present in Steve Lacy’s music.

hip-hop
Erykah Badu

Erykah Badu

Guide

Erykah Badu’s eclectic mix of soul, jazz, and funk provides a rich backdrop for her lyrical storytelling, similar to Lacy's narrative style.

neo soul soul

Common questions

Who sounds like Steve Lacy?

Artists similar to Steve Lacy include Thundercat, Anderson .Paak, Hiatus Kaiyote and Jordan Rakei. Each shares elements of Steve Lacy's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Steve Lacy?

Steve Lacy is primarily known for jazz. Lacy's music thrives on a tight interplay of rhythmic groove and spacious guitar phrasing, crafting moments of tension that release into airy melodic hooks.

Where should I start if I like Steve Lacy?

If you enjoy Steve Lacy, start with Thundercat — their album "The Golden Age of Apocalypse" is a great entry point. Thundercat combines jazz, funk, and R&B with intricate bass lines and smooth melodies, similar to Lacy's rhythmic groove.