Bands & artists like Mercenary
If you like Mercenary, 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
Dark Tranquillity
Known for their intricate guitar work and melodic hooks, they blend death metal with atmospheric elements, creating a sound that's both intense and melodic.
In Flames
Their early work features a similar mix of melodic death metal with powerful riffs and harmonized guitar lines, making them a staple in the genre.
Soilwork
GuideCombining melodic death metal with progressive elements, Soilwork's music features complex arrangements and catchy choruses that resonate well with Mercenary fans.
Children of Bodom
With their blend of melodic death metal and power metal influences, Children of Bodom deliver fast-paced rhythms and virtuosic guitar solos that align closely with Mercenary's style.
Arch Enemy
Their powerful female vocals combined with melodic guitar lines and aggressive instrumentation create a dynamic sound that fans of Mercenary would appreciate.
Amon Amarth
Fusing melodic elements with Viking themes, Amon Amarth offers heavy riffs and epic melodies that match the intensity found in Mercenary's music.
Scar Symmetry
They are known for their dual vocal approach and rich guitar harmonies, blending melodic death metal with progressive elements that parallel Mercenary's sound.
Nightrage
Their combination of melodic hooks and aggressive instrumentation captures the essence of melodic death metal while maintaining a powerful edge.
Common questions
Who sounds like Mercenary?
Artists similar to Mercenary include Dark Tranquillity, In Flames, Soilwork and Children of Bodom. Each shares elements of Mercenary's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Mercenary?
Mercenary is primarily known for power metal and melodic death metal. The music pulses with rhythmic intensity while weaving melodic hooks through dense layers of harmonized guitar lines and shifting time signatures.
Where should I start if I like Mercenary?
If you enjoy Mercenary, start with Dark Tranquillity — their album "Skydancer" is a great entry point. Known for their intricate guitar work and melodic hooks, they blend death metal with atmospheric elements, creating a sound that's both intense and melodic.