In short
The artists most similar to The Mad Lads are Carla Thomas, William Bell, Sam & Dave, Rufus Thomas and Johnnie Taylor, from the same funk and soul circle.
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Frequently asked questions
Which artists are similar to The Mad Lads?
The artists most similar to The Mad Lads are Carla Thomas, William Bell, Sam & Dave, Rufus Thomas and Johnnie Taylor, from the same funk and soul circle. The list comes from ListenBrainz, based on what people actually listen to, and includes 30 artists.
Where can I listen to music like The Mad Lads?
With Digs you create a "Like The Mad Lads" Dig: a short session of Bandcamp tracks with the same sound, from independent artists.
What genre is The Mad Lads?
The Mad Lads is usually associated with funk and soul (group · US · active since 1964), according to MusicBrainz genres.
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Data: MusicBrainz · ListenBrainz (CC0) · Wikidata. Updated 5 November 2026.