Bands & artists like Immolation
If you like Immolation, 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 Immolation? Start with our listening guide.
Artists to try next
Suffocation
GuideKnown for their brutal technicality and dense sound, Suffocation shares Immolation's aggressive rhythms and dark themes.
Nile
GuideNile combines complex arrangements with a heavy atmosphere, similar to Immolation's ominous tonal shifts and relentless pace.
Decapitated
GuideDecapitated's blend of technical death metal and brutal rhythms aligns closely with the sonic density of Immolation.
Cryptopsy
Cryptopsy is recognized for their chaotic structures and extreme speed, paralleling the relentless forward momentum of Immolation.
Obituary
Obituary's heavy riffs and guttural vocals resonate with the aggressive tone that defines Immolation's sound.
Dying Fetus
Dying Fetus merges technical proficiency with brutal heaviness, much like the dense compositions of Immolation.
At the Gates
Their pioneering melodic death metal style features jagged rhythms that echo the complex structures of Immolation.
Carcass
GuideCarcass blends melodic elements with a heavy, aggressive sound that complements the dark atmosphere of Immolation's music.
Common questions
Who sounds like Immolation?
Artists similar to Immolation include Suffocation, Nile, Decapitated and Cryptopsy. Each shares elements of Immolation's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Immolation?
Immolation is primarily known for death metal. The music is dense and aggressive, characterized by jagged rhythms and ominous tonal shifts that create a relentless forward momentum.
Where should I start if I like Immolation?
If you enjoy Immolation, start with Suffocation — their album "The Best of Suffocation" is a great entry point. Known for their brutal technicality and dense sound, Suffocation shares Immolation's aggressive rhythms and dark themes.