Bands & artists like Kathryn Williams

If you like Kathryn Williams, 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

Lisa Hannigan

Lisa Hannigan

Her delicate vocal delivery and intricate guitar work create an intimate atmosphere similar to Kathryn Williams.

folk music
Laura Marling

Laura Marling

Marling's folk-infused sound and introspective lyrics resonate with the gentle tension found in Williams' music.

folk-pop indie folk pop rock
Nick Drake

Nick Drake

Drake's intricate fingerpicking and melancholic themes evoke a similar emotional landscape as Williams' work.

baroque pop folk music traditional folk music
Sufjan Stevens

Sufjan Stevens

Stevens blends folk elements with orchestral arrangements, creating a nuanced sound that parallels Williams' dynamic shifts.

alternative rock baroque pop chamber pop
Iron & Wine

Iron & Wine

Guide

The soft vocals and acoustic instrumentation of Iron & Wine mirror the intimate feel present in Kathryn Williams' music.

country music folk music
Fionn Regan

Fionn Regan

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Regan's poetic lyrics and gentle guitar melodies align closely with the acoustic folk style of Williams.

traditional folk music
Ane Brun

Ane Brun

Brun's emotive vocal style and layered acoustic arrangements reflect the same sense of intimacy found in Williams' songs.

folk music
Joanna Newsom

Joanna Newsom

Newsom's unique harp-driven compositions and intricate storytelling offer a complex yet gentle listening experience akin to Williams'.

avant-garde music traditional folk music

Common questions

Who sounds like Kathryn Williams?

Artists similar to Kathryn Williams include Lisa Hannigan, Laura Marling, Nick Drake and Sufjan Stevens. Each shares elements of Kathryn Williams's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Kathryn Williams?

Kathryn Williams is primarily known for alternative rock, folk and acoustic music. Her music unfolds with a gentle tension, marked by intricate fingerpicking and subtle shifts in dynamics that create an ebbing sense of intimacy.

Where should I start if I like Kathryn Williams?

If you enjoy Kathryn Williams, start with Lisa Hannigan — their album "Sea Sew" is a great entry point. Her delicate vocal delivery and intricate guitar work create an intimate atmosphere similar to Kathryn Williams.