Bands & artists like Between the Buried and Me

If you like Between the Buried and Me, 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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Artists to try next

The Contortionist

The Contortionist

Their complex compositions and seamless transitions between heavy and melodic sections mirror the progressive metal sound of Between the Buried and Me.

progressive metal
Animals as Leaders

Animals as Leaders

Known for intricate guitar work and a blend of metal with jazz influences, they share a similar technical proficiency and adventurous spirit.

progressive metal
Periphery

Periphery

With their fusion of progressive elements and metalcore aggression, Periphery offers a comparable dynamic range and intricate songwriting.

progressive metal
Opeth

Opeth

Their ability to weave together heavy riffs with acoustic passages and rich atmospheres aligns closely with the sonic explorations of BTBAM.

death metal progressive metal progressive rock
Tesseract

Tesseract

Their use of polyrhythms and ambient soundscapes in a progressive metal context provides a similar depth and complexity.

progressive metal
Fallujah

Fallujah

Combining technical death metal with atmospheric elements, Fallujah shares a penchant for creating dense soundscapes like BTBAM.

technical death metal
Skyharbor

Skyharbor

They blend melodic vocals with heavy instrumentation, creating an emotional depth that resonates well with fans of BTBAM's varied sound.

progressive metal
Gojira

Gojira

Their heavy yet atmospheric approach to metal, combined with thoughtful lyrics, parallels the reflective and aggressive dynamics found in BTBAM's work.

groove metal progressive metal technical death metal

Common questions

Who sounds like Between the Buried and Me?

Artists similar to Between the Buried and Me include The Contortionist, Animals as Leaders, Periphery and Opeth. Each shares elements of Between the Buried and Me's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Between the Buried and Me?

Between the Buried and Me is primarily known for progressive metal and metalcore. Thick layers of guitar interplay create a dense tapestry of sound that shifts unexpectedly through moments of frenetic energy and reflective calm.

Where should I start if I like Between the Buried and Me?

If you enjoy Between the Buried and Me, start with The Contortionist — their album "Exoplanet" is a great entry point. Their complex compositions and seamless transitions between heavy and melodic sections mirror the progressive metal sound of Between the Buried and Me.