Bands & artists like Alternative TV

If you like Alternative TV, 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.

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Pete Shelley

Pete Shelley

Shared genres: punk rock

new wave pop-punk power pop
Poison Girls

Poison Girls

Shared genres: punk rock

anarcho-punk punk rock
Avail

Avail

Shared genres: punk rock

hardcore punk melodic hardcore punk rock
The Damned

The Damned

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Shared genres: punk rock

gothic rock new wave punk rock
NOFX

NOFX

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Shared genres: punk rock

hardcore punk melodic hardcore pop-punk
The Stranglers

The Stranglers

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Shared genres: punk rock

new wave punk rock
No Doubt

No Doubt

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Shared genres: punk rock

alternative rock new wave pop music
Ramones

Ramones

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Shared genres: punk rock

pop-punk punk rock

Common questions

Who sounds like Alternative TV?

Artists similar to Alternative TV include Pete Shelley, Poison Girls, Avail and The Damned. Each shares elements of Alternative TV's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Alternative TV?

Alternative TV is primarily known for punk. The music buzzes with urgency, layering sharp guitar riffs over driving rhythms that create an atmosphere of tension and release.

Where should I start if I like Alternative TV?

If you enjoy Alternative TV, start with Pete Shelley — their album "Homosapien" is a great entry point. Shared genres: punk rock