If you like The Crusaders, try these artists

If you like The Crusaders, 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

Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop free jazz
Miles Davis

Miles Davis

Shared genres: jazz

bebop cool jazz hard bop
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

Shared genres: jazz

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

Shared genres: jazz

bebop classical music electro
Alphonse Mouzon

Alphonse Mouzon

Shared genres: jazz

blues jazz jazz fusion
Fontella Bass

Fontella Bass

Same era (~1980s)

blues pop music post-bop
Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton

Similar era

blues contemporary jazz crossover jazz
Roy Ayers

Roy Ayers

Shared genres: jazz

acid jazz jazz jazz-funk

Common questions

Who sounds like The Crusaders?

Artists similar to The Crusaders include Charles Mingus, Miles Davis, Sun Ra and Herbie Hancock. Each shares elements of The Crusaders's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is The Crusaders?

The Crusaders is primarily known for jazz. The Crusaders weave together tightly-knit grooves and cyclical rhythms, creating a textured sonic tapestry that encourages movement while inviting deep emotional engagement.

Where should I start if I like The Crusaders?

If you enjoy The Crusaders, start with Charles Mingus — their album "Newport Rebels" is a great entry point. Shared genres: jazz