If you like Buckethead, try these artists

If you like Buckethead, 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

Extreme

Extreme

Shared genres: funk metal, hard rock

funk metal glam metal hard rock
Neil Young

Neil Young

Shared genres: country rock, experimental rock, hard rock

Southern rock alternative rock blues
Red Hot Chili Peppers

Red Hot Chili Peppers

Shared genres: funk metal, hard rock

alternative metal alternative rock classic rock
Ugly Kid Joe

Ugly Kid Joe

Shared genres: funk metal, hard rock

alternative metal alternative rock funk metal
Sonic Youth

Sonic Youth

Shared genres: experimental rock, noise rock

alternative rock experimental rock indie rock
John Lennon

John Lennon

Shared genres: experimental music, experimental rock, hard rock

art rock beat music blues rock
Tom Morello

Tom Morello

Shared genres: funk metal, hard rock

alternative metal crossover electronic dance music
Melvins

Melvins

Shared genres: experimental rock, noise rock

alternative rock experimental rock grunge

Common questions

Who sounds like Buckethead?

Artists similar to Buckethead include Extreme, Neil Young, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Ugly Kid Joe. Each shares elements of Buckethead's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Buckethead?

Buckethead is primarily known for funk, hard rock and progressive metal. Each piece pulses with intricate guitar work layered over shifting textures, inviting tension and release through rhythmic complexity and dynamic contrasts.

Where should I start if I like Buckethead?

If you enjoy Buckethead, start with Extreme — their album "Extreme" is a great entry point. Shared genres: funk metal, hard rock