If you like James, try these artists

If you like James, 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

Syd Barrett

Syd Barrett

Shared genres: psychedelic rock

experimental rock outsider music progressive rock
Blue Öyster Cult

Blue Öyster Cult

Shared genres: psychedelic rock

acid rock hard rock heavy metal
Pink Floyd

Pink Floyd

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Shared genres: psychedelic rock

acid rock art rock blues rock
Captain Beefheart

Captain Beefheart

Shared genres: psychedelic rock

alternative rock art rock blues rock
Julie's Haircut

Julie's Haircut

Shared genres: psychedelic rock

alternative rock experimental rock neo-psychedelia
Splean

Splean

Shared genres: psychedelic rock

alternative rock art rock electronic rock
The Velvet Underground

The Velvet Underground

Shared genres: psychedelic rock

alternative rock art pop art rock
Piknik

Piknik

Shared genres: psychedelic rock

Russian rock art rock blues rock

Common questions

Who sounds like James?

Artists similar to James include Syd Barrett, Blue Öyster Cult, Pink Floyd and Captain Beefheart. Each shares elements of James's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is James?

James is primarily known for psychedelic rock. With a slow-burning intensity, the music unfolds through layered guitars and spacious rhythms, creating a hypnotic groove that lingers in the air.

Where should I start if I like James?

If you enjoy James, start with Syd Barrett — their album "The Madcap Laughs" is a great entry point. Shared genres: psychedelic rock