Bands & artists like Moonsorrow

If you like Moonsorrow, 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 Moonsorrow? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Finntroll

Finntroll

Combining black metal with folk elements, Finntroll's use of layered riffs and melodic interludes mirrors Moonsorrow's expansive sound.

folk metal
Ensiferum

Ensiferum

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With a blend of melodic death metal and folk influences, Ensiferum shares a similar epic scope and intricate guitar work.

folk metal melodic death metal power metal
Korpiklaani

Korpiklaani

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Their energetic mix of folk and metal features rich melodies and instrumentation that resonate with Moonsorrow's style.

folk metal humppa
Borknagar

Borknagar

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Borknagar's atmospheric black metal incorporates lush melodies and complex arrangements akin to the textures found in Moonsorrow's music.

progressive metal
Agalloch

Agalloch

Known for their atmospheric approach, Agalloch crafts dense soundscapes that evoke a similar emotional depth as Moonsorrow.

atmospheric black metal black metal dark folk
Dark Tranquillity

Dark Tranquillity

Their melodic death metal style features intricate guitar harmonies and dynamic shifts that align well with Moonsorrow's musicality.

melodic death metal
Wolves in the Throne Room

Wolves in the Throne Room

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This band blends black metal with ambient elements, creating immersive soundscapes that echo the expansive moments found in Moonsorrow's work.

atmospheric black metal black metal
Eluveitie

Eluveitie

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Eluveitie’s fusion of folk instruments with melodic metal creates a rich tapestry of sound reminiscent of Moonsorrow's layered compositions.

Celtic metal folk metal melodic death metal

Common questions

Who sounds like Moonsorrow?

Artists similar to Moonsorrow include Finntroll, Ensiferum, Korpiklaani and Borknagar. Each shares elements of Moonsorrow's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Moonsorrow?

Moonsorrow is primarily known for black metal. Layers of dense riffs and melodic interludes create a contrasting tension that ebbs into expansive moments of release.

Where should I start if I like Moonsorrow?

If you enjoy Moonsorrow, start with Finntroll — their album "Jaktens tid" is a great entry point. Combining black metal with folk elements, Finntroll's use of layered riffs and melodic interludes mirrors Moonsorrow's expansive sound.