Bands & artists like Tom Varner
If you like Tom Varner, 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
Henry Threadgill
Threadgill's work features complex rhythms and a blend of spaciousness with dense, intricate arrangements that challenge conventional jazz forms.
David Murray
GuideMurray's saxophone-driven compositions often explore dynamic textures and rhythmic complexity, akin to Varner's innovative approach.
Roscoe Mitchell
Mitchell's avant-garde style incorporates both structured and free improvisation, creating a sound palette that resonates with Varner's explorative nature.
Cecil Taylor
GuideTaylor's intense piano work is characterized by its rhythmic intricacies and dense clusters of sound, paralleling the sonic evolution found in Varner's music.
Sun Ra
GuideSun Ra's cosmic jazz blends complex rhythms with expansive soundscapes, mirroring the balance of density and spaciousness in Varner's compositions.
Ornette Coleman
GuideColeman's free jazz approach emphasizes improvisation and rhythmic diversity, aligning well with the evolving structures present in Varner's works.
Wayne Shorter
GuideShorter's compositions often feature intricate harmonies and shifting rhythms, creating a similar depth and texture as Varner’s music.
Anthony Braxton
GuideBraxton’s avant-garde jazz integrates complex structures and spontaneous improvisation, reflecting the dynamic qualities found in Varner's pieces.
Common questions
Who sounds like Tom Varner?
Artists similar to Tom Varner include Henry Threadgill, David Murray, Roscoe Mitchell and Cecil Taylor. Each shares elements of Tom Varner's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Tom Varner?
Tom Varner is primarily known for jazz. Varner's compositions pulse with rhythmic intricacies, seamlessly balancing spaciousness and dense clusters of sound that evolve in real-time.
Where should I start if I like Tom Varner?
If you enjoy Tom Varner, start with Henry Threadgill — their album "Too Much Sugar for a Dime" is a great entry point. Threadgill's work features complex rhythms and a blend of spaciousness with dense, intricate arrangements that challenge conventional jazz forms.