Bands & artists like Green Carnation

If you like Green Carnation, 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.

Artists to try next

Opeth

Opeth

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Their blend of progressive rock and death metal features intricate arrangements and dynamic shifts, similar to the immersive experience of Green Carnation.

death metal progressive metal progressive rock
The Ocean

The Ocean

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Known for their atmospheric soundscapes and complex compositions, they share a similar approach to layering and dynamics in heavy music.

post-metal
Agalloch

Agalloch

Combining elements of black metal, folk, and post-rock, their music evokes a rich atmosphere that parallels Green Carnation's sonic depth.

atmospheric black metal black metal dark folk
My Dying Bride

My Dying Bride

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With their melancholic melodies and heavy doom influences, they create an emotional intensity akin to the darker aspects of Green Carnation's work.

death-doom doom metal
Swallow the Sun

Swallow the Sun

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Their fusion of doom and melodic death metal features lush instrumentation and haunting vocals that resonate with Green Carnation's style.

doom metal
Katatonia

Katatonia

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Their atmospheric blend of doom and gothic metal creates a somber yet immersive listening experience similar to that of Green Carnation.

alternative metal doom metal gothic metal
Ne Obliviscaris

Ne Obliviscaris

Incorporating progressive elements with violin-driven melodies, their complex structures mirror the dynamic shifts found in Green Carnation's music.

progressive metal
Anathema

Anathema

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Their evolution from doom metal to more atmospheric rock retains emotional depth and layered instrumentation reminiscent of Green Carnation.

alternative rock death-doom gothic metal

Common questions

Who sounds like Green Carnation?

Artists similar to Green Carnation include Opeth, The Ocean, Agalloch and My Dying Bride. Each shares elements of Green Carnation's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Green Carnation?

Green Carnation is primarily known for death metal, heavy metal and progressive metal. The music unfolds with dense layers and shifting dynamics that create an immersive experience, punctuated by moments of tension and release.

Where should I start if I like Green Carnation?

If you enjoy Green Carnation, start with Opeth — their album "Sorceress" is a great entry point. Their blend of progressive rock and death metal features intricate arrangements and dynamic shifts, similar to the immersive experience of Green Carnation.