Bands & artists like Crowbar
If you like Crowbar, 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
Down
Featuring a mix of sludge and southern metal, Down's heavy riffs and slow tempos create a similar immersive experience.
Eyehategod
Known for their raw sound and heavy use of feedback, Eyehategod shares Crowbar's dense, sludgy aesthetic and thematic darkness.
Acid Bath
With their blend of sludge metal and atmospheric elements, Acid Bath evokes a haunting weightiness akin to Crowbar's sound.
Melvins
GuidePioneers of the sludge genre, Melvins utilize slow tempos and heavy grooves that resonate with Crowbar's sonic palette.
Pantera
Their aggressive yet groove-laden approach to metal aligns well with Crowbar’s heavy riffs and powerful delivery.
Saint Vitus
As one of the forefathers of doom metal, Saint Vitus shares a similar slow, crushing heaviness that complements Crowbar's style.
Black Label Society
With their blend of heavy riffs and melodic elements, Black Label Society captures a similar emotional weight as Crowbar.
Converge
While more chaotic, Converge’s use of heavy breakdowns and intense atmospheres can resonate with fans of Crowbar's heavier moments.
Common questions
Who sounds like Crowbar?
Artists similar to Crowbar include Down, Eyehategod, Acid Bath and Melvins. Each shares elements of Crowbar's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Crowbar?
Crowbar is primarily known for sludge metal. With a slow, deliberate pace punctuated by heavy grooves and dense, resonant riffs, Crowbar crafts an immersive experience that invites reflection amidst its crushing weight.
Where should I start if I like Crowbar?
If you enjoy Crowbar, start with Down — their album "Diary of a Mad Band: Europe in the Year of VI" is a great entry point. Featuring a mix of sludge and southern metal, Down's heavy riffs and slow tempos create a similar immersive experience.