Bands & artists like Funeral for a Friend

If you like Funeral for a Friend, 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 Funeral for a Friend? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Thursday

Thursday

Known for their complex guitar arrangements and emotional lyrics, Thursday's blend of post-hardcore and emo resonates with the intricate soundscapes of Funeral for a Friend.

hardcore punk
The Used

The Used

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With their dynamic shifts between melodic hooks and aggressive instrumentation, The Used captures a similar emotional intensity found in Funeral for a Friend's music.

alternative rock
Taking Back Sunday

Taking Back Sunday

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Their fusion of catchy melodies and raw emotional delivery aligns well with the melodic hardcore elements present in Funeral for a Friend's style.

alternative rock emo emo pop
Saves the Day

Saves the Day

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Saves the Day combines intricate guitar work with heartfelt lyrics, creating a sound that mirrors the emotive quality of Funeral for a Friend.

emo
Brand New

Brand New

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Brand New's ability to blend introspective lyrics with dynamic instrumentation parallels the emotional depth and complexity found in Funeral for a Friend's music.

alternative rock
Hopesfall

Hopesfall

Hopesfall's atmospheric post-hardcore sound features intricate guitar layers and emotional vocals, similar to the sonic textures of Funeral for a Friend.

hardcore punk
Emery

Emery

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Emery's mix of melodic choruses and heavy breakdowns creates an engaging contrast that fans of Funeral for a Friend would appreciate.

hardcore punk
Finch

Finch

Finch's unique blend of post-hardcore with melodic elements offers a similar emotional resonance and complexity as seen in Funeral for a Friend's music.

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Common questions

Who sounds like Funeral for a Friend?

Artists similar to Funeral for a Friend include Thursday, The Used, Taking Back Sunday and Saves the Day. Each shares elements of Funeral for a Friend's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Funeral for a Friend?

Funeral for a Friend is primarily known for post-hardcore, emo and melodic hardcore. Driven by intricate guitar work and shifting dynamics, their music merges delicate melodies with powerful rhythms, crafting a visceral tension that evokes both despair and empowerment.

Where should I start if I like Funeral for a Friend?

If you enjoy Funeral for a Friend, start with Thursday — their album "A City by the Light Divided" is a great entry point. Known for their complex guitar arrangements and emotional lyrics, Thursday's blend of post-hardcore and emo resonates with the intricate soundscapes of Funeral for a Friend.