Bands & artists like Inquisition

If you like Inquisition, 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

Marduk

Marduk

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Known for their relentless speed and dark atmosphere, Marduk's dense riffing and aggressive drumming create a similarly intense sonic experience.

black metal
Dark Funeral

Dark Funeral

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With their fast-paced tremolo riffs and haunting melodies, Dark Funeral evokes an eerie intensity that parallels Inquisition's sound.

black metal
Immortal

Immortal

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Immortal combines icy melodies with powerful drumming, creating a cold atmosphere that resonates with the layered intensity found in Inquisition's music.

black metal death metal thrash metal
Behemoth

Behemoth

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Behemoth's blend of black and death metal features intricate guitar work and relentless rhythms that mirror the complex soundscapes of Inquisition.

blackened death metal
Watain

Watain

Watain's raw energy and dark, atmospheric compositions align closely with the cathartic build-up characteristic of Inquisition's tracks.

black metal
Nokturnal Mortum

Nokturnal Mortum

With their incorporation of folk elements into black metal, Nokturnal Mortum provides a rich tapestry of sound that complements Inquisition's dense layering.

National Socialist black metal folk metal pagan metal
Satyricon

Satyricon

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Satyricon's ability to fuse melody with aggression creates a dynamic similar to Inquisition’s evolving intensity throughout their tracks.

black metal
Gorgoroth

Gorgoroth

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Gorgoroth's emphasis on dark themes and aggressive instrumentation aligns well with the eerie intensity found in Inquisition’s music.

black metal

Common questions

Who sounds like Inquisition?

Artists similar to Inquisition include Marduk, Dark Funeral, Immortal and Behemoth. Each shares elements of Inquisition's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Inquisition?

Inquisition is primarily known for black metal. Dense layers of tremolo-picked riffs intertwine with relentless drumming, creating an atmosphere of eerie intensity that steadily builds towards cathartic release.

Where should I start if I like Inquisition?

If you enjoy Inquisition, start with Marduk — their album "La Grande Danse Macabre" is a great entry point. Known for their relentless speed and dark atmosphere, Marduk's dense riffing and aggressive drumming create a similarly intense sonic experience.