Bands & artists like Manilla Road

If you like Manilla Road, 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

Cirith Ungol

Cirith Ungol

Known for their epic and theatrical heavy metal sound, Cirith Ungol shares a similar penchant for intricate guitar work and dark lyrical themes.

doom metal heavy metal power metal
Fates Warning

Fates Warning

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As pioneers of progressive metal, Fates Warning offers complex song structures and melodic elements that resonate with Manilla Road's intricate style.

progressive metal
Omen

Omen

With their powerful riffs and soaring vocals, Omen embodies the classic heavy metal spirit that aligns well with Manilla Road's driving rhythms.

heavy metal
Savage Grace

Savage Grace

Their blend of speed metal with melodic elements creates an intense atmosphere reminiscent of Manilla Road's layered compositions.

progressive rock
Helstar

Helstar

Helstar combines aggressive thrash elements with melodic hooks, paralleling the intensity and reflective moments found in Manilla Road's music.

heavy metal power metal
Queensrÿche

Queensrÿche

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Their early work features complex arrangements and thought-provoking lyrics, akin to the progressive aspects of Manilla Road's sound.

heavy metal progressive metal
Crimson Glory

Crimson Glory

With their atmospheric soundscapes and dramatic vocal delivery, Crimson Glory captures a similar essence of intensity and reflection as Manilla Road.

progressive metal
Metal Church

Metal Church

Metal Church's combination of heavy riffs and melodic sensibility mirrors the dynamic range present in Manilla Road's music.

heavy metal power metal thrash metal

Common questions

Who sounds like Manilla Road?

Artists similar to Manilla Road include Cirith Ungol, Fates Warning, Omen and Savage Grace. Each shares elements of Manilla Road's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Manilla Road?

Manilla Road is primarily known for heavy metal, progressive metal and thrash metal. Their music operates with driving rhythms and intricate guitar work that build layers of intensity while maintaining space for reflective moments.

Where should I start if I like Manilla Road?

If you enjoy Manilla Road, start with Cirith Ungol — their album "Paradise Lost" is a great entry point. Known for their epic and theatrical heavy metal sound, Cirith Ungol shares a similar penchant for intricate guitar work and dark lyrical themes.