Bands & artists like Kerli

If you like Kerli, 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

Lana Del Rey

Lana Del Rey

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Her cinematic soundscapes and ethereal vocals create a dreamlike atmosphere that resonates with Kerli's layered electronic textures.

baroque pop dream pop indie pop
Grimes

Grimes

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Combining pop sensibilities with experimental electronic production, Grimes shares a similar sonic adventurousness and airy vocal style.

ambient music art pop contemporary R&B
Bat for Lashes

Bat for Lashes

With her blend of folk, electronic, and dream pop elements, Bat for Lashes offers a mystical quality akin to Kerli's atmospheric sound.

dream pop
FKA twigs

FKA twigs

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FKA twigs' innovative use of electronic beats and haunting vocals parallels the rhythmic urgency found in Kerli's music.

trip hop
Zola Jesus

Zola Jesus

Her powerful voice combined with dark, industrial beats creates an intense atmosphere that aligns well with Kerli's gothic influences.

dark wave pop music
Ellie Goulding

Ellie Goulding

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Known for her ethereal voice and synth-driven pop, Goulding's music often features the same tension and release dynamics present in Kerli's work.

alternative music alternative rock dream pop
Of Monsters and Men

Of Monsters and Men

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Their rich instrumentation and anthemic choruses evoke a similar emotional depth and expansive soundscape as seen in Kerli's music.

indie folk indie pop
Chvrches

Chvrches

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Chvrches' blend of synth-pop and indie rock, with soaring vocals over electronic backdrops, mirrors the aesthetic found in Kerli's tracks.

indietronica synth-pop

Common questions

Who sounds like Kerli?

Artists similar to Kerli include Lana Del Rey, Grimes, Bat for Lashes and FKA twigs. Each shares elements of Kerli's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Kerli?

Kerli is primarily known for alternative rock, indie pop and pop rock. The music pulses with rhythmic urgency while layering airy vocals over shifting electronic textures, creating a compelling interplay of tension and release.

Where should I start if I like Kerli?

If you enjoy Kerli, start with Lana Del Rey — their album "Born to Die" is a great entry point. Her cinematic soundscapes and ethereal vocals create a dreamlike atmosphere that resonates with Kerli's layered electronic textures.