Bands & artists like Citizen
If you like Citizen, 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
Basement
Basement combines melodic hooks with heavy guitar textures, creating an emotional intensity similar to Citizen's sound.
Title Fight
Title Fight blends emo and punk influences with layered instrumentation, echoing the urgent rhythms found in Citizen's music.
Pianos Become the Teeth
Their use of dynamic shifts and emotive vocals aligns closely with Citizen's exploration of complex emotions.
Tigers Jaw
Tigers Jaw features a blend of melodic emo and indie rock, utilizing rich guitar textures that resonate with Citizen's style.
Modern Baseball
GuideModern Baseball's combination of relatable lyrics and layered guitars creates a sound that parallels Citizen's emotional depth.
The Wonder Years
With their anthemic choruses and heartfelt lyricism, The Wonder Years capture a similar urgency and emotional resonance as Citizen.
La Dispute
La Dispute's narrative-driven lyrics and post-hardcore influences provide a tension-filled atmosphere akin to Citizen's music.
Foxing
Foxing incorporates atmospheric elements and intricate arrangements that complement the layered soundscapes found in Citizen's work.
Common questions
Who sounds like Citizen?
Artists similar to Citizen include Basement, Title Fight, Pianos Become the Teeth and Tigers Jaw. Each shares elements of Citizen's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Citizen?
Citizen is primarily known for emo pop. Citizen's music drives forward with urgent rhythms and layered guitar textures that create a palpable tension, punctuated by moments of release that echo the complexities of human emotion.
Where should I start if I like Citizen?
If you enjoy Citizen, start with Basement — their album "I Wish I Could Stay Here" is a great entry point. Basement combines melodic hooks with heavy guitar textures, creating an emotional intensity similar to Citizen's sound.