Bands & artists like Magellan
If you like Magellan, 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
Dream Theater
GuideKnown for their complex compositions and virtuosic musicianship, Dream Theater shares a similar approach to progressive metal with intricate time signatures and layered harmonies.
Symphony X
GuideTheir blend of progressive metal with classical influences and dynamic shifts in mood aligns closely with Magellan's immersive soundscapes.
Fates Warning
GuideFates Warning's melodic yet heavy progressive rock features complex arrangements and emotional depth, reminiscent of Magellan's style.
Queensrÿche
GuideWith their theatrical storytelling and intricate musical structures, Queensrÿche offers a similar blend of progressive elements and metal intensity.
Porcupine Tree
GuidePorcupine Tree combines atmospheric soundscapes with progressive rock elements, creating an immersive listening experience akin to Magellan's work.
Opeth
GuideOpeth's fusion of progressive rock and metal, along with their use of dynamics and contrasting moods, parallels the explorative nature of Magellan's music.
Tool
GuideTool's complex rhythms and philosophical lyrics create a deep, immersive experience that resonates well with the sonic explorations found in Magellan's catalog.
Spock's Beard
GuideSpock's Beard is known for their rich harmonies and progressive rock compositions that shift between light and dark themes, similar to Magellan's dynamic contrasts.
Common questions
Who sounds like Magellan?
Artists similar to Magellan include Dream Theater, Symphony X, Fates Warning and Queensrÿche. Each shares elements of Magellan's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Magellan?
Magellan is primarily known for progressive metal and progressive rock. With shifting time signatures and layered harmonies, their music creates an immersive experience that oscillates between tension and resolution, pulling the listener into a dynamic exploration of sound.
Where should I start if I like Magellan?
If you enjoy Magellan, start with Dream Theater — their album "A View from the Top of the World" is a great entry point. Known for their complex compositions and virtuosic musicianship, Dream Theater shares a similar approach to progressive metal with intricate time signatures and layered harmonies.