Bands & artists like Krokus

If you like Krokus, 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.

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Accept

Accept

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Both bands share a heavy metal foundation with aggressive guitar riffs and powerful vocals, making for anthemic tracks.

heavy metal
Scorpions

Scorpions

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Known for their melodic hard rock sound, Scorpions also feature dense guitar work and driving rhythms similar to Krokus.

hard rock heavy metal
Judas Priest

Judas Priest

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With their twin guitar harmonies and energetic performances, Judas Priest embodies the classic heavy metal sound that resonates with Krokus fans.

heavy metal traditional heavy metal
Motörhead

Motörhead

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Motörhead's relentless pace and raw energy align closely with Krokus's hard-hitting style and dense instrumentation.

hard rock heavy metal speed metal
Dokken

Dokken

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Dokken combines melodic hooks with heavy guitar riffs, creating a sound that complements the hard rock elements of Krokus.

glam metal hard rock heavy metal
Van Halen

Van Halen

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Van Halen's blend of hard rock and intricate guitar solos mirrors the energetic momentum found in Krokus's music.

classic rock hard rock
Twisted Sister

Twisted Sister

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With their theatrical approach to heavy metal and catchy choruses, Twisted Sister shares a similar audience with Krokus.

glam metal heavy metal
Iron Maiden

Iron Maiden

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Iron Maiden's epic storytelling combined with their dual guitar attack resonates well with the sound Krokus fans appreciate.

heavy metal new wave of British heavy metal traditional heavy metal

Common questions

Who sounds like Krokus?

Artists similar to Krokus include Accept, Scorpions, Judas Priest and Motörhead. Each shares elements of Krokus's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Krokus?

Krokus is primarily known for hard rock and heavy metal. Dense guitar riffs collide with driving rhythms to create a relentless momentum that propels every track forward.

Where should I start if I like Krokus?

If you enjoy Krokus, start with Accept — their album "Blind Rage" is a great entry point. Both bands share a heavy metal foundation with aggressive guitar riffs and powerful vocals, making for anthemic tracks.