If you like Lightning Bolt, try these artists

If you like Lightning Bolt, 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

Tropical Fuck Storm

Tropical Fuck Storm

Shared genres: noise rock

art punk experimental rock noise rock
Thurston Moore

Thurston Moore

Shared genres: noise rock

alternative rock avant-garde music experimental rock
Lou Reed

Lou Reed

Shared genres: noise rock

alternative rock art rock blue-eyed soul
Swans

Swans

Shared genres: noise rock

alternative rock art rock avant-garde music
Melvins

Melvins

Guide

Shared genres: noise rock

alternative rock experimental rock grunge
Number Girl

Number Girl

Shared genres: noise rock

alternative rock experimental rock indie rock
John Lydon

John Lydon

Shared genres: noise rock

alternative dance alternative rock dance-punk
Sonic Youth

Sonic Youth

Guide

Shared genres: noise rock

alternative rock experimental rock indie rock

Common questions

Who sounds like Lightning Bolt?

Artists similar to Lightning Bolt include Tropical Fuck Storm, Thurston Moore, Lou Reed and Swans. Each shares elements of Lightning Bolt's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Lightning Bolt?

Lightning Bolt is primarily known for noise rock. A relentless barrage of heavy, distorted bass and frantic drumming creates a claustrophobic yet exhilarating texture that encourages physical movement and primal release.

Where should I start if I like Lightning Bolt?

If you enjoy Lightning Bolt, start with Tropical Fuck Storm — their album "Deep States" is a great entry point. Shared genres: noise rock