If you like Boards of Canada, try these artists

If you like Boards of Canada, 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

Aphex Twin

Aphex Twin

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Shared genres: ambient music, ambient techno, intelligent dance music

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The Orb

The Orb

Shared genres: ambient music, ambient techno, electronica

ambient house ambient music ambient techno
Mike Paradinas

Mike Paradinas

Shared genres: ambient techno, intelligent dance music

ambient techno drum and bass intelligent dance music
Dan Snaith

Dan Snaith

Shared genres: electronica, folktronica, intelligent dance music

deep house dream pop electronic dance music
Grimes

Grimes

Shared genres: ambient music, electronica

ambient music art pop contemporary R&B
Kitarō

Kitarō

Shared genres: ambient music, electronica

ambient music electronica new age music
Brian Eno

Brian Eno

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Shared genres: ambient music

ambient music art pop art rock
David Sylvian

David Sylvian

Shared genres: ambient music

ambient music ambient pop art pop

Common questions

Who sounds like Boards of Canada?

Artists similar to Boards of Canada include Aphex Twin, The Orb, Mike Paradinas and Dan Snaith. Each shares elements of Boards of Canada's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Boards of Canada?

Boards of Canada is primarily known for electronica, ambient and downtempo. Layers of textured synths create an immersive depth punctuated by rhythmic patterns that evoke both lightness and heaviness, drawing listeners into a resonant space.

Where should I start if I like Boards of Canada?

If you enjoy Boards of Canada, start with Aphex Twin — their album "Selected Ambient Works 85–92" is a great entry point. Shared genres: ambient music, ambient techno, intelligent dance music