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The artists most similar to Kirk Whalum are Boney James, Dave Koz, Gerald Albright, Norman Brown and Richard Elliot, from the same smooth jazz, contemporary jazz and gospel circle.
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Which artists are similar to Kirk Whalum?
The artists most similar to Kirk Whalum are Boney James, Dave Koz, Gerald Albright, Norman Brown and Richard Elliot, from the same smooth jazz, contemporary jazz and gospel circle. The list comes from ListenBrainz, based on what people actually listen to, and includes 30 artists.
Where can I listen to music like Kirk Whalum?
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What genre is Kirk Whalum?
Kirk Whalum is usually associated with smooth jazz, contemporary jazz, gospel and jazz (artist · US · born 1958), according to MusicBrainz genres.
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Data: MusicBrainz · ListenBrainz (CC0) · Wikidata. Updated 5 November 2026.