Artists similar to
Rick Astley
English singer, songwriter and radio personality
In short
The artists most similar to Rick Astley are a‐ha, Cyndi Lauper, Madonna, Eurythmics and Wham!, from the same blue-eyed soul, dance-pop and pop circle.
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Frequently asked questions
Which artists are similar to Rick Astley?
The artists most similar to Rick Astley are a‐ha, Cyndi Lauper, Madonna, Eurythmics and Wham!, from the same blue-eyed soul, dance-pop and pop circle. The list comes from ListenBrainz, based on what people actually listen to, and includes 30 artists.
Where can I listen to music like Rick Astley?
On Bandcamp, where you buy directly from artists and labels: Pet Shop Boys and R.E.M. have a page there. With Digs you create a "Like Rick Astley" Dig that mixes their releases with smaller artists with the same sound.
What genre is Rick Astley?
Rick Astley is usually associated with blue-eyed soul, dance-pop and pop (artist · GB · born 1966), according to MusicBrainz genres.
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Data: MusicBrainz · ListenBrainz (CC0) · Wikidata. Updated 31 October 2026.