Artists similar to
The Checkmates
60s Australian garage rock
In short
The artists most similar to The Checkmates are The Shadows, John Leyton, Johnny Preston, Adam Faith and Craig Douglas.
Closest to The Checkmates
1
The ShadowsBritish pop/rock band that once backed Cliff Richard
6
Buddy Holly1950s rock & roll singer‐songwriter
More similar artists
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The Supremes60s/70s Motown singing group
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Tommy Steele’50s English singer
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Anthony NewleyEnglish actor, singer, songwriter, and filmmaker
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Jackie Wilsonsoul singer
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Herman’s HermitsEnglish beat rock band, formed in Manchester in 1964
18
Kalin Twins
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Marty Wilde
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Jimmy Joneswriter of “Good Timin’” and “Handy Man”
21
The Outlaws60s English instrumental band
22
The Hollies
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Lloyd PriceUS R&B/soul singer
25
Winifred Atwellpianist
26
Fats DominoAmerican singer-songwriter and pianist
27
Tab Hunter
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The Cricketsband originally with Buddy Holly
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Jane Morgan
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Frequently asked questions
Which artists are similar to The Checkmates?
The artists most similar to The Checkmates are The Shadows, John Leyton, Johnny Preston, Adam Faith and Craig Douglas. The list comes from ListenBrainz, based on what people actually listen to, and includes 30 artists.
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Data: MusicBrainz · ListenBrainz (CC0) · Wikidata. Updated 1 November 2026.