If you like Merzbow, try these artists

If you like Merzbow, 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.

New to Merzbow? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Evan Parker

Evan Parker

Shared genres: free improvisation

free improvisation free jazz jazz
Boris

Boris

Shared genres: drone music

drone metal drone music noise rock
Acid Mothers Temple

Acid Mothers Temple

Shared genres: drone music

acid rock drone music noise rock
Maurizio Bianchi

Maurizio Bianchi

Shared genres: dark ambient, drone music, industrial music

ambient music dark ambient drone music
Irène Schweizer

Irène Schweizer

Shared genres: free improvisation

free improvisation free jazz
Swans

Swans

Shared genres: industrial music

alternative rock art rock avant-garde music
Supersilent

Supersilent

Shared genres: free improvisation

avant-garde jazz avant-garde music electroacoustic improvisation

Common questions

Who sounds like Merzbow?

Artists similar to Merzbow include Evan Parker, Boris, Acid Mothers Temple and Maurizio Bianchi. Each shares elements of Merzbow's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Merzbow?

Merzbow is primarily known for industrial music, dark ambient and noise music. Dense layers of abrasive textures collide while rhythmic pulses emerge from the tumult, creating an overwhelming yet meditative experience.

Where should I start if I like Merzbow?

If you enjoy Merzbow, start with Evan Parker — their album "Collective Calls (Urban) (Two Microphones)" is a great entry point. Shared genres: free improvisation