The albums that define
piano rock.
Our picks for where to start with piano rock — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top piano rock artists
Start with one of these.
The piano rock essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Keane
Perfect Symmetry
Euphoric synths and introspective lyrics blend to create an expansive soundscape of alternative rock.
Start here
Keane
Under the Iron Sea
Melodic piano-driven anthems intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a lush soundscape of emotional resonance.
Start here
Keane
Hopes and Fears
Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, anchored by lush piano arrangements and soaring vocal harmonies.
Start here
Sarah McLachlan
Fumbling Towards Ecstasy
Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful tapestry of emotion and vulnerability.
Start here
The Fray
Scars & Stories
Melodic piano-driven arrangements intertwine with heartfelt lyrics that explore themes of resilience and introspection.
Start here
The Fray
The Fray
Melodic piano-driven rock intertwines heartfelt lyrics with anthemic choruses, capturing emotional vulnerability and relational introspection.
Start here
The Fray
How to Save a Life
Melodic piano-driven rock intertwines with emotionally charged lyrics that resonate deeply with personal experiences.
Start here
Sarah McLachlan
Wintersong
A serene collection of holiday classics, infused with McLachlan's ethereal vocals and gentle piano arrangements.
Start here
Sarah McLachlan
Solace
Ethereal melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful exploration of love and loss.
Start here
Sarah McLachlan
Laws of Illusion
A reflective blend of soft rock and piano melodies, infused with emotional vulnerability and lyrical depth.
Start here
Sarah McLachlan
Touch
Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape that defines McLachlan's early artistry.
Start here
Sarah McLachlan
Surfacing
A rich tapestry of emotive lyrics, ethereal melodies, and lush arrangements that define late '90s adult contemporary.
Start here
Sarah McLachlan
Afterglow
Ethereal melodies and intimate lyrics intertwine, creating a reflective soundscape that captures vulnerability and resilience.
Start here
The Dresden Dolls
The Dresden Dolls
Dramatic piano-driven melodies intertwine with theatrical lyrics that evoke a dark, whimsical cabaret atmosphere.
Start here
The Dresden Dolls
Yes, Virginia...
A theatrical blend of dark cabaret and punk-infused rock, driven by haunting piano melodies and provocative lyrics.
Start here
Augustana
Augustana
Melodic piano rock interweaves introspective lyrics with anthemic choruses across a diverse emotional landscape.
Start here
Daniel Powter
Daniel Powter
Melodic piano-driven arrangements blend with introspective lyrics, capturing a sense of vulnerability and universal struggle.
Start here
Augustana
All the Stars and Boulevards
Melodic piano rock weaves introspective lyrics with anthemic choruses, capturing youthful longing and nostalgia.
Start here
Augustana
Can't Love, Can't Hurt
Melodic piano-driven anthems blend introspective lyrics with sweeping choruses in Augustana's heartfelt sophomore effort.
Start here
Keane
Night Train
A contemplative blend of atmospheric piano melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in alternative rock textures.
Start here
Keane
The Best of Keane
Ethereal melodies and introspective lyrics create an uplifting yet melancholic soundscape that defines Keane's essence.
Start here
Keane
Strangeland
An introspective blend of soaring melodies and reflective lyrics shaped by Keane's signature piano-driven sound.
Start here
Keane
Cause and Effect
Melancholic melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, showcasing a mature evolution in Keane's signature piano-driven sound.
Start here
Keane
Live Recordings 2004
Intimate piano melodies intertwine with heartfelt vocals, capturing the essence of Keane's live energy.
Start here
