Bands & artists like Arctic Plateau

If you like Arctic Plateau, 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

Explosions in the Sky

Known for their cinematic soundscapes and gradual build-ups, they create emotional crescendos similar to Arctic Plateau.

post-rock
Godspeed You! Black Emperor

Godspeed You! Black Emperor

Their use of orchestral instrumentation and lengthy compositions evokes a similar sense of tension and release.

post-rock
Sigur Rós

Sigur Rós

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With ethereal vocals and expansive arrangements, they share a haunting quality that aligns with Arctic Plateau's sound.

post-metal post-rock
This Will Destroy You

This Will Destroy You

They craft immersive soundscapes with a focus on texture and atmosphere, paralleling the dense layers found in Arctic Plateau's music.

post-rock
Caspian

Caspian

Their blend of melodic guitar lines and powerful crescendos mirrors the expansive sonic vistas characteristic of Arctic Plateau.

instrumental rock post-rock
Russian Circles

Russian Circles

Known for their intricate instrumental compositions, they create a similar atmospheric tension through heavy yet melodic passages.

post-metal
The Album Leaf

The Album Leaf

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Their incorporation of electronic elements into post-rock creates lush soundscapes that align well with the mood of Arctic Plateau.

ambient music
If These Trees Could Talk

If These Trees Could Talk

Their emotive instrumental work and gradual build-ups echo the expansive and atmospheric qualities found in Arctic Plateau's music.

post-metal

Common questions

Who sounds like Arctic Plateau?

Artists similar to Arctic Plateau include Explosions in the Sky, Godspeed You! Black Emperor, Sigur Rós and This Will Destroy You. Each shares elements of Arctic Plateau's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Arctic Plateau?

Arctic Plateau is primarily known for post-rock. The music unfolds with dense layers and gradual crescendos, creating a tangible tension that hangs in the air before releasing into expansive sonic vistas.

Where should I start if I like Arctic Plateau?

If you enjoy Arctic Plateau, start with Explosions in the Sky — their album "End" is a great entry point. Known for their cinematic soundscapes and gradual build-ups, they create emotional crescendos similar to Arctic Plateau.