Bands & artists like Lana Del Rey
If you like Lana Del Rey, 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 Lana Del Rey? Start with our listening guide.
Artists to try next
Phoebe Bridgers
The closest contemporary in confessional, slow-burn songwriting.
Cigarettes After Sex
Same hazy, slow-tempo torch-song mood, stretched album-length.
Beach House
Shared dream-pop palette and synth-soaked atmospheres.
Angel Olsen
GuideCountry-folk vocal phrasing rooted in the same Americana melancholy.
Sharon Van Etten
Same heart-on-sleeve emotional weight in a stripped-down folk-rock frame.
Mitski
GuideDifferent sonic palette, same disquiet about being a young woman in America.
Common questions
Who sounds like Lana Del Rey?
Artists similar to Lana Del Rey include Mazzy Star, Phoebe Bridgers, Cigarettes After Sex and Beach House. Each shares elements of Lana Del Rey's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Lana Del Rey?
Lana Del Rey is primarily known for indie pop, indie rock and R&B. Del Rey's music conjures a slow-motion sway, where languid melodies intertwine with intricate textures, creating an intoxicating blend of tension and release.
Where should I start if I like Lana Del Rey?
If you enjoy Lana Del Rey, start with Mazzy Star — their album "She Hangs Brightly" is a great entry point. The dream-pop blueprint Lana built her early albums on top of.