Bands & artists like Zakir Hussain

This band blends Indian classical music with jazz fusion, featuring complex rhythms and improvisational exchanges similar to Hussain's style.

As a master of Hindustani classical music, Shankar's sitar compositions often incorporate intricate rhythms and improvisation that resonate with Hussain's work.

The daughter of Ravi Shankar, her music combines traditional Indian elements with contemporary influences, showcasing dynamic rhythmical interplay akin to Hussain's performances.

Known for his work in jazz fusion, McLaughlin's guitar playing often features complex rhythmic structures that align well with the intricate patterns found in Hussain's drumming.

Corea's jazz compositions often feature intricate rhythmic patterns and a sense of spontaneity that parallels the dynamic exchanges in Hussain's work.

Sawhney blends Indian classical influences with electronic and world music, creating layered soundscapes that reflect the rhythmic complexity characteristic of Hussain’s performances.

His ambient music often employs intricate layering and spontaneous improvisation, resonating with the fluid dialogue found in Zakir Hussain's rhythmic explorations.