Bands & artists like L.A. Guns

If you like L.A. Guns, 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 L.A. Guns? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Faster Pussycat

Faster Pussycat

With their blend of glam metal and sleaze rock, Faster Pussycat delivers catchy hooks and gritty guitar riffs that resonate with L.A. Guns' sound.

glam metal hard rock sleaze rock
Skid Row

Skid Row

Skid Row combines powerful vocals with hard-hitting riffs and emotional lyrics, paralleling the intensity found in L.A. Guns' music.

heavy metal
Ratt

Ratt

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Ratt's signature guitar-driven sound and party-centric lyrics echo the hard rock vibe that fans of L.A. Guns would appreciate.

glam metal hard rock heavy metal
Bang Tango

Bang Tango

With a fusion of funk and glam metal, Bang Tango offers a unique twist that still resonates with the raw energy found in L.A. Guns' music.

funk rock glam metal hard rock
Trixter

Trixter

Trixter's infectious melodies and upbeat glam rock style provide a similar high-energy experience to that of L.A. Guns.

glam metal hard rock
Great White

Great White

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Great White's bluesy hard rock sound and powerful ballads mirror the musical dynamics often explored by L.A. Guns.

hard rock
Quiet Riot

Quiet Riot

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Quiet Riot's classic anthems and hard-hitting riffs capture a similar spirit to the energetic sound that defines L.A. Guns.

glam metal hard rock heavy metal
FireHouse

FireHouse

Firehouse blends melodic hard rock with heartfelt lyrics, creating a soundscape that complements the emotional depth found in L.A. Guns' tracks.

glam metal hard rock

Common questions

Who sounds like L.A. Guns?

Artists similar to L.A. Guns include Faster Pussycat, Skid Row, Ratt and Bang Tango. Each shares elements of L.A. Guns's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is L.A. Guns?

L.A. Guns is primarily known for hard rock, glam metal and sleaze rock. Heavy guitars drive relentless grooves through taut compositions, punctuated by moments of lyrical introspection and explosive energy.

Where should I start if I like L.A. Guns?

If you enjoy L.A. Guns, start with Faster Pussycat — their album "Whipped!" is a great entry point. With their blend of glam metal and sleaze rock, Faster Pussycat delivers catchy hooks and gritty guitar riffs that resonate with L.A. Guns' sound.