Bands & artists like Locrian

If you like Locrian, 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

EARTH

Pioneers of drone metal, Earth combines heavy riffs with a meditative quality, often exploring themes of vastness and desolation in their compositions.

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Boris

Boris

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Boris blends elements of drone, metal, and experimental rock, creating dense atmospheres that evolve slowly and feature contrasting dynamics.

drone metal drone music noise rock
Nadja

Nadja

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Nadja's music features lush drone textures intertwined with heavy riffs, crafting an enveloping sound that balances heaviness with ethereal elements.

drone metal
A Storm of Light

A Storm of Light

Their music merges post-metal and drone influences, characterized by dense layers of sound and a focus on mood and atmosphere reminiscent of Locrian.

post-metal
Pelican

Pelican

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Pelican’s instrumental approach features heavy, atmospheric guitar work that builds tension over time, aligning well with the sonic explorations of Locrian.

post-metal
Wolves in the Throne Room

Wolves in the Throne Room

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This band incorporates black metal and drone elements to create expansive soundscapes filled with emotional intensity and dynamic contrasts.

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Swans

Swans

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Swans are known for their intense sonic explorations that blend noise, drone, and post-rock, often building immense layers of sound that evoke strong emotions.

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The Body

The Body

Their unique mix of doom metal and experimental sounds creates a harrowing atmosphere filled with crushing weight and stark contrasts similar to Locrian's style.

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Common questions

Who sounds like Locrian?

Artists similar to Locrian include EARTH, Boris, Nadja and A Storm of Light. Each shares elements of Locrian's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Locrian?

Locrian is primarily known for drone metal. The music is characterized by a slow build of suffocating density punctuated by stark contrasts, drawing listeners into an enveloping sound world marked by tension and release.

Where should I start if I like Locrian?

If you enjoy Locrian, start with EARTH — their album "Bright Tomorrow" is a great entry point. Pioneers of drone metal, Earth combines heavy riffs with a meditative quality, often exploring themes of vastness and desolation in their compositions.