Bands & artists like Brand New

If you like Brand New, 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

Taking Back Sunday

Taking Back Sunday

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Their blend of emotional lyrics and dynamic guitar work creates a similar tension and release that resonates with Brand New's sound.

alternative rock emo emo pop
The Wonder Years

The Wonder Years

With their introspective lyrics and layered instrumentation, they evoke a comparable atmosphere of unease and reflection.

pop-punk
Dashboard Confessional

Dashboard Confessional

Their emotive vocal delivery and intricate guitar arrangements parallel the emotional depth found in Brand New's music.

acoustic rock alternative rock emo
Circa Survive

Circa Survive

Their progressive rock influences combined with atmospheric guitar textures create a captivating sound reminiscent of Brand New.

alternative rock
Death Cab for Cutie

Death Cab for Cutie

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Their melancholic melodies and thoughtful lyrics provide a similar emotional resonance, often layered over rich instrumentation.

emo indie rock
Saves the Day

Saves the Day

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Known for their catchy hooks and emotional storytelling, they share a sonic landscape that aligns well with Brand New's style.

emo
The Early November

The Early November

Their mix of pop-punk energy with introspective lyrics creates a sound that captures the same tension as Brand New.

punk rock
Alkaline Trio

Alkaline Trio

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Their dark lyrical themes coupled with melodic punk elements resonate with the unsettling yet captivating atmosphere of Brand New.

alternative rock emo pop-punk

Common questions

Who sounds like Brand New?

Artists similar to Brand New include Taking Back Sunday, The Wonder Years, Dashboard Confessional and Circa Survive. Each shares elements of Brand New's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Brand New?

Brand New is primarily known for alternative rock. The music pulses with tension and release, layering dense guitar textures over shifting rhythms that create an unsettling yet captivating atmosphere.

Where should I start if I like Brand New?

If you enjoy Brand New, start with Taking Back Sunday — their album "Twenty" is a great entry point. Their blend of emotional lyrics and dynamic guitar work creates a similar tension and release that resonates with Brand New's sound.