Bands & artists like Creed

If you like Creed, 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.

New to Creed? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Nickelback

Nickelback

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Their blend of post-grunge and alternative rock features anthemic choruses and driving guitar riffs similar to Creed.

alternative rock hard rock post-grunge
Puddle of Mudd

Puddle of Mudd

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With a sound characterized by heavy guitar work and emotive vocals, they evoke a similar intensity and lyrical introspection.

post-grunge
Alter Bridge

Alter Bridge

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Featuring former Creed members, their music combines soaring vocals with hard-hitting instrumentation, creating a familiar sound.

alternative metal hard rock post-grunge
3 Doors Down

3 Doors Down

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Known for their melodic rock style and heartfelt lyrics, they share a similar emotional resonance and sonic landscape.

alternative rock hard rock post-grunge
Staind

Staind

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Their mix of heavy guitar riffs and introspective lyrics aligns well with the emotional weight found in Creed's music.

alternative metal nu metal post-grunge
Shinedown

Shinedown

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Their powerful vocal delivery and hard rock instrumentation create a dynamic sound that resonates with Creed fans.

alternative metal alternative rock hard rock
Hinder

Hinder

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With catchy hooks and a blend of hard rock elements, their music often mirrors the anthemic quality of Creed's tracks.

hard rock post-grunge

Fuel

Their use of melodic choruses and driving guitars creates a sound that is reminiscent of the post-grunge era embodied by Creed.

punk rock

Common questions

Who sounds like Creed?

Artists similar to Creed include Nickelback, Puddle of Mudd, Alter Bridge and 3 Doors Down. Each shares elements of Creed's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Creed?

Creed is primarily known for alternative rock, hard rock and post-grunge. Driving guitars create a dense, pulsing backdrop that propels the soaring vocal lines, crafting an atmosphere ripe for both introspection and collective catharsis.

Where should I start if I like Creed?

If you enjoy Creed, start with Nickelback — their album "The Long Road" is a great entry point. Their blend of post-grunge and alternative rock features anthemic choruses and driving guitar riffs similar to Creed.