Bands & artists like Dirty Beaches

If you like Dirty Beaches, 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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The Weeknd

The Weeknd

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His atmospheric production and haunting vocals create a similar sense of emotional tension and nostalgia.

alternative R&B contemporary R&B pop music
Mac DeMarco

Mac DeMarco

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Known for his lo-fi aesthetic and jangly guitar work, he evokes a dreamy atmosphere akin to Dirty Beaches.

bedroom pop indie pop jangle pop
Beach House

Beach House

Their lush, reverb-heavy soundscapes and melancholic melodies resonate with the same weight of absence.

ambient music dream pop indie rock
Grimes

Grimes

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Her experimental approach to pop and use of ethereal sounds create a similarly immersive listening experience.

ambient music art pop contemporary R&B
Spiritualized

Spiritualized

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Their blend of space rock and gospel influences, along with rich textures, parallels the atmospheric qualities found in Dirty Beaches' music.

psychedelic rock space rock
Ty Segall

Ty Segall

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His raw, lo-fi garage rock style often incorporates swirling guitar effects that evoke a similar mood.

rock music
Zola Jesus

Zola Jesus

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Her dark, atmospheric sound combined with powerful vocals creates an emotional intensity reminiscent of Dirty Beaches.

dark wave pop music
FKA twigs

FKA twigs

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Her avant-garde production and haunting vocal delivery create a complex emotional landscape similar to that of Dirty Beaches.

trip hop

Common questions

Who sounds like Dirty Beaches?

Artists similar to Dirty Beaches include The Weeknd, Mac DeMarco, Beach House and Grimes. Each shares elements of Dirty Beaches's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Dirty Beaches?

Dirty Beaches is primarily known for lo-fi. A swirling haze of reverb-laden guitar lines creates a tension-filled atmosphere where each strum hangs in the air, forcing the listener to confront the weight of absence and memory.

Where should I start if I like Dirty Beaches?

If you enjoy Dirty Beaches, start with The Weeknd — their album "Starboy" is a great entry point. His atmospheric production and haunting vocals create a similar sense of emotional tension and nostalgia.