Bands & artists like Daron Malakian and Scars on Broadway

If you like Daron Malakian and Scars on Broadway, 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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System of a Down

System of a Down

As the frontman of System of a Down, Daron Malakian shares a similar heavy guitar sound and complex rhythms, blending aggression with melodic introspection.

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Deftones

Deftones

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Known for their atmospheric soundscapes and heavy guitar riffs, Deftones balance aggression with ethereal moments, much like Malakian's work.

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Korn

Korn

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Korn's nu-metal style features heavy grooves and dark themes that resonate with the aggressive yet introspective nature of Scars on Broadway.

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Avenged Sevenfold

Avenged Sevenfold

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With their blend of metalcore and hard rock, Avenged Sevenfold incorporates intricate guitar work and emotional depth akin to Malakian's style.

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Alice in Chains

Alice in Chains

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Their use of heavy guitar textures and haunting harmonies creates a tense atmosphere similar to the soundscapes crafted by Scars on Broadway.

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Tool

Tool

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Tool's complex song structures and dark lyrical themes align well with the introspective yet aggressive elements found in Malakian's music.

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Sevendust

Sevendust

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With their blend of alternative metal and post-grunge influences, Sevendust delivers heavy riffs and melodic vocals reminiscent of Malakian's work.

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Breaking Benjamin

Breaking Benjamin

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Their powerful choruses and dynamic instrumentation reflect a similar tension between aggression and calm found in Daron Malakian's music.

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Common questions

Who sounds like Daron Malakian and Scars on Broadway?

Artists similar to Daron Malakian and Scars on Broadway include System of a Down, Deftones, Korn and Avenged Sevenfold. Each shares elements of Daron Malakian and Scars on Broadway's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Daron Malakian and Scars on Broadway?

Daron Malakian and Scars on Broadway is primarily known for alternative metal. The music pulses with driving rhythms and heavy guitar textures, creating a tense atmosphere that balances aggression with moments of introspective calm.

Where should I start if I like Daron Malakian and Scars on Broadway?

If you enjoy Daron Malakian and Scars on Broadway, start with System of a Down — their album "Toxicity" is a great entry point. As the frontman of System of a Down, Daron Malakian shares a similar heavy guitar sound and complex rhythms, blending aggression with melodic introspection.