Bands & artists like Cymbals Eat Guitars

If you like Cymbals Eat Guitars, 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.

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Modest Mouse

Modest Mouse

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Known for their intricate guitar work and dynamic shifts, Modest Mouse shares a similar urgent energy and expansive choruses.

indie rock lo-fi music
The Menzingers

The Menzingers

Their blend of punk-infused indie rock features driving guitar lines and emotive lyrics that resonate with the same urgency as Cymbals Eat Guitars.

punk rock
Death Cab for Cutie

Death Cab for Cutie

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With their melodic instrumentation and reflective lyrics, they create a tension-and-release dynamic that parallels the sound of Cymbals Eat Guitars.

emo indie rock
Brand New

Brand New

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Their ability to fuse heavy guitar riffs with introspective lyrics creates a similar emotional landscape to that of Cymbals Eat Guitars.

alternative rock
Pavement

Pavement

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With their lo-fi aesthetic and clever songwriting, Pavement offers a similar rawness and dynamic range that appeals to fans of Cymbals Eat Guitars.

alternative rock
The National

The National

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Their atmospheric soundscapes and deep vocal delivery create a sense of movement and tension akin to the expansive choruses found in Cymbals Eat Guitars' music.

indie rock post-punk
Japandroids

Japandroids

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Their high-energy anthems with driving guitar lines and passionate vocals evoke a visceral sense of movement similar to Cymbals Eat Guitars.

indie rock
Okkervil River

Okkervil River

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Combining narrative-driven lyrics with rich instrumentation, Okkervil River captures a storytelling approach that resonates with the dynamics of Cymbals Eat Guitars.

alternative country

Common questions

Who sounds like Cymbals Eat Guitars?

Artists similar to Cymbals Eat Guitars include Modest Mouse, The Menzingers, Death Cab for Cutie and Brand New. Each shares elements of Cymbals Eat Guitars's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Cymbals Eat Guitars?

Cymbals Eat Guitars is primarily known for indie rock. The music features urgent guitar lines and shifting dynamics that build tension before releasing into expansive choruses, fostering a visceral sense of movement.

Where should I start if I like Cymbals Eat Guitars?

If you enjoy Cymbals Eat Guitars, start with Modest Mouse — their album "The Moon & Antarctica" is a great entry point. Known for their intricate guitar work and dynamic shifts, Modest Mouse shares a similar urgent energy and expansive choruses.