Bands & artists like Theo Croker
If you like Theo Croker, 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.
New to Theo Croker? Start with our listening guide.
Artists to try next
Ambrose Akinmusire
Akinmusire's trumpet work features intricate melodies and harmonies that echo Croker's layered brass textures and thoughtful compositions.
Kendrick Scott
Scott's drumming and compositions blend jazz with contemporary influences, offering a dynamic rhythmic foundation similar to Croker’s style.
Esperanza Spalding
GuideSpalding's fusion of jazz, soul, and intricate arrangements showcases her virtuosic bass playing and vocal stylings, resonating with Croker's intimate sound.
Robert Glasper
Glasper seamlessly merges jazz with hip-hop and R&B elements, creating a modern sound that aligns well with the rhythmic intricacies found in Croker's work.
Nils Frahm
GuideFrahm’s blend of classical and electronic music incorporates atmospheric layers that complement the melodic conversations present in Croker’s tracks.
Hiatus Kaiyote
GuideThis band combines soulful vocals with rich instrumentation, producing a textured sound that parallels the layered harmonies in Croker's music.
Shabaka Hutchings
Hutchings' projects often explore complex rhythms and deep grooves within jazz, mirroring the engaging pulse found in Theo Croker’s compositions.
Cécile McLorin Salvant
GuideSalvant’s powerful vocal delivery and inventive interpretations of jazz standards create a conversational intimacy akin to Croker’s musical dialogue.
Common questions
Who sounds like Theo Croker?
Artists similar to Theo Croker include Ambrose Akinmusire, Kendrick Scott, Esperanza Spalding and Robert Glasper. Each shares elements of Theo Croker's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Theo Croker?
Theo Croker is primarily known for jazz. Croker’s tracks pulse with layered brass harmonies and rhythmic intricacies that invite movement while maintaining an intimate conversation between melody and silence.
Where should I start if I like Theo Croker?
If you enjoy Theo Croker, start with Ambrose Akinmusire — their album "Origami Harvest" is a great entry point. Akinmusire's trumpet work features intricate melodies and harmonies that echo Croker's layered brass textures and thoughtful compositions.