Bands & artists like Clipping

If you like Clipping, 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

Death Grips

Death Grips

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Their aggressive and experimental approach to hip-hop features chaotic percussion and intense vocal delivery, creating a similarly urgent atmosphere.

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Shabazz Palaces

Shabazz Palaces

Combining abstract lyricism with layered beats and unconventional soundscapes, they evoke a similar experimental vibe in hip-hop.

JPEGMafia

JPEGMafia

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His avant-garde production style and confrontational lyrics mirror Clipping's intensity and innovative use of sound.

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Run the Jewels

Run the Jewels

Their hard-hitting beats and politically charged lyrics share a similar urgency and intensity found in Clipping's work.

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Brockhampton

Brockhampton

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With their eclectic mix of sounds and styles, Brockhampton often incorporates experimental elements that resonate with Clipping's sonic explorations.

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Aesop Rock

Aesop Rock

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His complex wordplay and abstract production create an immersive experience that parallels the layered intricacies of Clipping's music.

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Ski Mask the Slump God

Ski Mask the Slump God

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His playful yet frenetic flow combined with inventive beats aligns well with the energetic and experimental nature of Clipping.

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Danny Brown

Danny Brown

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Brown's unique vocal style and genre-blurring production choices create a similarly unpredictable listening experience.

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Common questions

Who sounds like Clipping?

Artists similar to Clipping include Death Grips, Shabazz Palaces, JPEGMafia and Run the Jewels. Each shares elements of Clipping's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Clipping?

Clipping is primarily known for experimental hip-hop. Layered layers of clattering percussive elements create an unsettling yet hypnotic intensity, driving an experience that feels urgent and demanding.

Where should I start if I like Clipping?

If you enjoy Clipping, start with Death Grips — their album "The Powers That B" is a great entry point. Their aggressive and experimental approach to hip-hop features chaotic percussion and intense vocal delivery, creating a similarly urgent atmosphere.