Bands & artists like Alice in Chains

If you like Alice in Chains, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

New to Alice in Chains? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Soundgarden

Soundgarden

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Their heavy, brooding riffs and Chris Cornell's soaring vocals create a similar blend of aggression and melody.

alternative metal alternative rock grunge
Stone Temple Pilots

Stone Temple Pilots

Combining grunge's raw energy with melodic hooks, they share a similar dynamic range and vocal intensity.

grunge
Pearl Jam

Pearl Jam

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With their powerful guitar work and introspective lyrics, they evoke the same emotional depth found in Alice in Chains' music.

grunge hard rock
Temple of the Dog

Temple of the Dog

This supergroup's mix of grunge and heartfelt ballads resonates with the brooding yet melodic style of Alice in Chains.

alternative rock grunge
Mad Season

Mad Season

Their fusion of grunge rock with bluesy elements and haunting melodies aligns closely with Alice in Chains' sound.

alternative rock grunge
Seether

Seether

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Their heavy riffs combined with melancholic lyrics create a sound reminiscent of the emotional weight found in Alice in Chains' music.

alternative metal hard rock post-grunge
Nirvana

Nirvana

The raw energy and contrasting dynamics between quiet verses and loud choruses parallel the sonic landscape of Alice in Chains.

alternative rock grunge
Foo Fighters

Foo Fighters

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While more upbeat, their powerful guitar-driven sound and anthemic choruses share a common ground with Alice in Chains' heavier tracks.

alternative rock hard rock post-grunge

Common questions

Who sounds like Alice in Chains?

Artists similar to Alice in Chains include Soundgarden, Stone Temple Pilots, Pearl Jam and Temple of the Dog. Each shares elements of Alice in Chains's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Alice in Chains?

Alice in Chains is primarily known for alternative rock, alternative metal and grunge. A dense interplay of brooding riffs and soaring harmonies creates an immersive experience punctuated by moments of jagged aggression and haunting calm.

Where should I start if I like Alice in Chains?

If you enjoy Alice in Chains, start with Soundgarden — their album "Badmotorfinger" is a great entry point. Their heavy, brooding riffs and Chris Cornell's soaring vocals create a similar blend of aggression and melody.