If you like Ian Curtis, try these artists

If you like Ian Curtis, 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

The Sisters of Mercy

The Sisters of Mercy

Shared genres: dark wave, gothic rock, post-punk

alternative rock dark wave gothic rock
Soft Cell

Soft Cell

Shared genres: dark wave, post-punk

art pop dance music dark wave
Yousei Teikoku

Yousei Teikoku

Shared genres: dark wave, gothic rock

dark wave gothic rock symphonic metal
Blutengel

Blutengel

Shared genres: dark wave, gothic rock

Eurodance dark wave electronic body music
She Wants Revenge

She Wants Revenge

Shared genres: dark wave, gothic rock

alternative rock dark wave gothic rock
London After Midnight

London After Midnight

Shared genres: dark wave, gothic rock

dark wave gothic rock
Sopor Aeternus & the Ensemble of Shadows

Sopor Aeternus & the Ensemble of Shadows

Shared genres: dark wave, gothic rock

Neue Deutsche Todeskunst dark wave gothic rock
Lacrimosa

Lacrimosa

Shared genres: dark wave, gothic rock

dark wave gothic metal gothic rock

Common questions

Who sounds like Ian Curtis?

Artists similar to Ian Curtis include The Sisters of Mercy, Soft Cell, Yousei Teikoku and Blutengel. Each shares elements of Ian Curtis's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Ian Curtis?

Ian Curtis is primarily known for post-punk, gothic rock and dark wave. The music pulses with a tense undercurrent, marked by rhythmic insistence and stark contrasts that create an unsettling yet magnetic atmosphere.

Where should I start if I like Ian Curtis?

If you enjoy Ian Curtis, start with The Sisters of Mercy — their album "Vision Thing" is a great entry point. Shared genres: dark wave, gothic rock, post-punk