Bands & artists like Blake Mills
If you like Blake Mills, 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
Julien Baker
Baker's emotive songwriting and intricate guitar arrangements create a similarly textured soundscape, often exploring themes of tension and release.
Sufjan Stevens
GuideStevens combines intricate arrangements with a diverse instrumentation palette, creating atmospheric pieces that echo Mills' complex soundscapes.
Iron & Wine
GuideWith delicate guitar work and introspective lyrics, Iron & Wine shares a similar aesthetic of crafting layered, intimate compositions.
Andrew Bird
GuideBird's use of intricate melodies and rhythmic shifts in his violin and guitar work mirrors Mills' approach to creating tension in his music.
Phoebe Bridgers
GuideBridgers' haunting vocals and layered instrumentation create an emotional depth similar to the atmospheric qualities found in Mills' work.
Ben Howard
GuideHoward's blend of folk-rock with rich guitar textures and introspective lyrics aligns well with the sonic landscape crafted by Mills.
Margaret Glaspy
Glaspy's raw vocal delivery paired with her intricate guitar playing creates a dynamic sound that parallels Mills' artistic style.
Nick Mulvey
GuideMulvey's fusion of folk and world music elements, along with his skilled guitar work, offers a similar complexity to Mills’ compositions.
Common questions
Who sounds like Blake Mills?
Artists similar to Blake Mills include Julien Baker, Sufjan Stevens, Iron & Wine and Andrew Bird. Each shares elements of Blake Mills's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Blake Mills?
Blake Mills is primarily known for rock music. Mills crafts a textured soundscape characterized by intricate guitar work and rhythmic shifts that create tension and release throughout his compositions.
Where should I start if I like Blake Mills?
If you enjoy Blake Mills, start with Julien Baker — their album "Turn Out the Lights" is a great entry point. Baker's emotive songwriting and intricate guitar arrangements create a similarly textured soundscape, often exploring themes of tension and release.