If you like Tinariwen, try these artists

If you like Tinariwen, 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

Fatoumata Diawara

Fatoumata Diawara

Shared genres: desert blues

Wassoulou music desert blues folk music
Tamikrest

Tamikrest

Shared genres: desert blues, world music

blues desert blues rock music
Deep Forest

Deep Forest

Shared genres: world music

ambient music electronic music ethnic electronica
A. R. Rahman

A. R. Rahman

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Shared genres: world music

Carnatic music Indian classical music classical music
Joni Mitchell

Joni Mitchell

Shared genres: world music

art rock folk jazz folk music
Loreena McKennitt

Loreena McKennitt

Shared genres: world music

Celtic music new age music world music
Ofra Haza

Ofra Haza

Shared genres: world music

Mizrahi music folk rock folk-pop
Mdou Moctar

Mdou Moctar

Shared genres: desert blues

desert blues rock music

Common questions

Who sounds like Tinariwen?

Artists similar to Tinariwen include Fatoumata Diawara, Tamikrest, Deep Forest and A. R. Rahman. Each shares elements of Tinariwen's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Tinariwen?

Tinariwen is primarily known for desert blues. Pulsating rhythms intertwine with hypnotic guitar lines, creating an expansive sonic landscape that moves seamlessly through tension and release.

Where should I start if I like Tinariwen?

If you enjoy Tinariwen, start with Fatoumata Diawara — their album "Fatou" is a great entry point. Shared genres: desert blues