Bands & artists like ARB
If you like ARB, 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.
Artists to try next
Explosions in the Sky
Their instrumental rock features expansive soundscapes with driving rhythms and emotional crescendos similar to ARB.
Mogwai
GuideKnown for their atmospheric post-rock, Mogwai shares a penchant for building tension through layered instrumentation and dynamic shifts.
Godspeed You! Black Emperor
This band combines orchestral elements with rock, creating long, immersive compositions that echo ARB's dramatic builds and releases.
Sigur Rós
GuideTheir ethereal sound and use of crescendos resonate well with ARB's soaring melodies and emotional depth.
The Album Leaf
GuideWith a blend of electronic and organic sounds, The Album Leaf creates lush soundscapes that complement ARB's melodic sensibilities.
Caspian
Caspian's post-rock style features driving rhythms and expansive instrumental sections that align closely with ARB's sonic landscape.
This Will Destroy You
Their music often features a similar build-up of tension followed by cathartic releases, paralleling ARB's dynamic approach.
Russian Circles
This instrumental rock band employs heavy riffs and intricate arrangements, mirroring the intensity found in ARB's work.
Common questions
Who sounds like ARB?
Artists similar to ARB include Explosions in the Sky, Mogwai, Godspeed You! Black Emperor and Sigur Rós. Each shares elements of ARB's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is ARB?
ARB is primarily known for rock music. With driving rhythms that pulse beneath soaring melodies, ARB creates a landscape where tension builds before bursting into moments of expansive release.
Where should I start if I like ARB?
If you enjoy ARB, start with Explosions in the Sky — their album "End" is a great entry point. Their instrumental rock features expansive soundscapes with driving rhythms and emotional crescendos similar to ARB.