Bands & artists like Journey
If you like Journey, 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 Journey? Start with our listening guide.
Artists to try next
Foreigner
GuideWith their anthemic choruses and blend of rock and pop elements, Foreigner captures a similar arena rock sound that resonates with Journey's style.
Boston
Boston's polished production and soaring guitar solos mirror Journey's epic soundscapes, making them a staple in classic rock.
Styx
GuideStyx combines progressive rock elements with catchy melodies and harmonies, paralleling Journey's dynamic musical approach.
REO Speedwagon
GuideKnown for their heartfelt ballads and powerful rock anthems, REO Speedwagon shares a similar emotional intensity and melodic focus with Journey.
Toto
GuideToto's intricate musicianship and rich vocal harmonies resonate well with Journey's signature sound, particularly in their epic tracks.
Kansas
GuideKansas blends progressive rock with melodic storytelling, creating a sound that aligns closely with the sweeping narratives found in Journey's music.
Yes
GuideAs pioneers of progressive rock, Yes offers complex arrangements and soaring vocals that echo the ambitious spirit found in Journey's work.
Van Halen
GuideVan Halen's high-energy rock sound and virtuosic guitar work provide a thrilling experience akin to the excitement present in Journey's music.
Common questions
Who sounds like Journey?
Artists similar to Journey include Foreigner, Boston, Styx and REO Speedwagon. Each shares elements of Journey's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Journey?
Journey is primarily known for hard rock, progressive rock and arena rock. With pulsing rhythms, sweeping harmonies, and soaring melodies, Journey creates an exhilarating tension between urgency and release that fills the space around them.
Where should I start if I like Journey?
If you enjoy Journey, start with Foreigner — their album "Agent Provocateur" is a great entry point. With their anthemic choruses and blend of rock and pop elements, Foreigner captures a similar arena rock sound that resonates with Journey's style.