Bands & artists like Byzantine
If you like Byzantine, 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
Meshuggah
GuideKnown for their complex rhythms and polyrhythmic structures, Meshuggah shares a similar aggressive drive and intricate groove patterns.
Gojira
GuideGojira combines progressive elements with heavy grooves and dynamic shifts, creating a sound that resonates well with Byzantine's intensity.
Opeth
GuideOpeth blends progressive metal with intricate melodies and heavy riffs, offering a similar complexity and emotional depth in their compositions.
Lamb of God
GuideWith their aggressive thrash influences and powerful grooves, Lamb of God captures a similar energy and tension in their music.
Between the Buried and Me
GuideTheir fusion of progressive metal with diverse influences mirrors Byzantine's complexity and ability to shift dynamics seamlessly.
Fear Factory
GuideFear Factory's blend of industrial elements with aggressive metal creates a driving force akin to Byzantine’s intense soundscapes.
Sylosis
GuideSylosis offers a mix of melodic and aggressive elements, with complex guitar work that aligns well with Byzantine's style.
Carcass
GuideCarcass combines melodic death metal with intricate riffs and tempo changes, providing a sonic experience similar to Byzantine's approach.
Common questions
Who sounds like Byzantine?
Artists similar to Byzantine include Meshuggah, Gojira, Opeth and Lamb of God. Each shares elements of Byzantine's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Byzantine?
Byzantine is primarily known for progressive metal, thrash metal and groove metal. With an aggressive drive and shifting time signatures, their music builds tension through complex grooves before unleashing cathartic bursts of energy.
Where should I start if I like Byzantine?
If you enjoy Byzantine, start with Meshuggah — their album "obZen" is a great entry point. Known for their complex rhythms and polyrhythmic structures, Meshuggah shares a similar aggressive drive and intricate groove patterns.