Bands & artists like Ghost

If you like Ghost, 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 Ghost? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Avenged Sevenfold

Avenged Sevenfold

Their blend of hard rock and heavy metal features theatrical elements and melodic choruses similar to Ghost's style.

heavy metal metalcore progressive metal
Marilyn Manson

Marilyn Manson

Manson's music combines heavy riffs with a dark, theatrical aesthetic that resonates with Ghost's dramatic flair.

industrial metal shock rock
Mastodon

Mastodon

Their progressive metal sound incorporates intricate rhythms and atmospheric passages akin to the dynamic shifts found in Ghost's music.

heavy metal progressive metal sludge metal
Blue Öyster Cult

Blue Öyster Cult

Known for their fusion of hard rock and pop sensibilities, they share a similar penchant for storytelling and haunting melodies.

acid rock hard rock heavy metal
Alice Cooper

Alice Cooper

Guide

Cooper's theatrical rock style and penchant for dark themes align closely with Ghost's dramatic musical narratives.

classic rock garage rock glam metal
Nightwish

Nightwish

Guide

Their symphonic metal approach features grandiose arrangements and operatic vocals that parallel Ghost's epic soundscapes.

power metal symphonic metal
Within Temptation

Within Temptation

Guide

This band blends gothic elements with powerful rock anthems, echoing the atmospheric qualities present in Ghost's work.

alternative metal gothic metal symphonic metal
HIM

HIM

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HIM's combination of love-themed lyrics with a heavy yet melodic sound mirrors the emotional depth found in Ghost's music.

alternative rock gothic metal gothic rock

Common questions

Who sounds like Ghost?

Artists similar to Ghost include Avenged Sevenfold, Marilyn Manson, Mastodon and Blue Öyster Cult. Each shares elements of Ghost's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Ghost?

Ghost is primarily known for hard rock, heavy metal and pop rock. The music pulses with infectious grooves that alternate between heavy, driving rhythms and ethereal passages, creating a tension that propels each song forward while inviting moments of reflection.

Where should I start if I like Ghost?

If you enjoy Ghost, start with Avenged Sevenfold — their album "Hail to the King" is a great entry point. Their blend of hard rock and heavy metal features theatrical elements and melodic choruses similar to Ghost's style.