Bands & artists like Japanese Breakfast

If you like Japanese Breakfast, 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

Soccer Mommy

Soccer Mommy

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Her blend of introspective lyrics and lo-fi production creates a similar emotional landscape as Japanese Breakfast.

Phoebe Bridgers

Phoebe Bridgers

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Bridgers' haunting melodies and layered instrumentation evoke a sense of introspection akin to the soundscapes crafted by Japanese Breakfast.

indie folk indie pop indie rock
Snail Mail

Snail Mail

With her raw vocal delivery and intricate guitar work, Snail Mail captures a similar emotional depth and indie rock sensibility.

indie rock
Mitski

Mitski

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Mitski's ability to blend pop hooks with profound themes mirrors the emotional intensity found in Japanese Breakfast's music.

J-pop art pop folk punk
Charly Bliss

Charly Bliss

Their energetic pop-rock sound combined with introspective lyrics parallels the vibrant yet reflective quality of Japanese Breakfast.

Big Thief

Big Thief

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Big Thief's ethereal sound and poetic lyricism resonate with the layered textures and emotional depth present in Japanese Breakfast's work.

Americana alternative country folk rock
Alvvays

Alvvays

The dreamy pop melodies and jangly guitars of Alvvays create a lush soundscape reminiscent of the experimental pop elements in Japanese Breakfast's music.

indie pop
Girlpool

Girlpool

Their harmonized vocals and exploration of personal themes align well with the intimate storytelling found in Japanese Breakfast's songs.

folk punk

Common questions

Who sounds like Japanese Breakfast?

Artists similar to Japanese Breakfast include Soccer Mommy, Phoebe Bridgers, Snail Mail and Mitski. Each shares elements of Japanese Breakfast's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Japanese Breakfast?

Japanese Breakfast is primarily known for indie pop, indie rock and lo-fi. With layered textures that build tension through rhythmic repetition, the music pulses like a heartbeat, guiding listeners through waves of introspection and release.

Where should I start if I like Japanese Breakfast?

If you enjoy Japanese Breakfast, start with Soccer Mommy — their album "Color Theory" is a great entry point. Her blend of introspective lyrics and lo-fi production creates a similar emotional landscape as Japanese Breakfast.