Bands & artists like Conception
If you like Conception, 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
Fates Warning
GuideKnown for their complex song structures and emotional depth, they share a similar approach to progressive metal with haunting melodies.
Dream Theater
GuidePioneers of progressive metal, their technical proficiency and dynamic shifts resonate well with Conception's style.
Shadow Gallery
Their use of layered instrumentation and atmospheric elements aligns closely with the dense soundscapes created by Conception.
Queensrÿche
GuideWith a focus on storytelling and complex arrangements, their music features both heavy riffs and melodic passages reminiscent of Conception.
Pain of Salvation
GuideThey explore emotional themes through complex arrangements and varied dynamics, much like the atmospheric shifts found in Conception's music.
Circus Maximus
Their fusion of melodic elements with progressive metal intricacies creates a sound that is both rich and engaging, akin to Conception.
Vanden Plas
Their theatrical approach to progressive metal, featuring lush melodies and heavy instrumentation, resonates with the essence of Conception.
Haken
GuideKnown for their innovative sound that blends heavy riffs with intricate melodies, they embody a modern take on the progressive metal genre similar to Conception.
Common questions
Who sounds like Conception?
Artists similar to Conception include Fates Warning, Dream Theater, Shadow Gallery and Queensrÿche. Each shares elements of Conception's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Conception?
Conception is primarily known for progressive metal. Layers of complex rhythms intertwine with haunting melodies, creating a dense tapestry that shifts between weighty riffs and ethereal passages.
Where should I start if I like Conception?
If you enjoy Conception, start with Fates Warning — their album "A Pleasant Shade of Gray" is a great entry point. Known for their complex song structures and emotional depth, they share a similar approach to progressive metal with haunting melodies.