Bands & artists like My Bloody Valentine
If you like My Bloody Valentine, 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 My Bloody Valentine? Start with our listening guide.
Artists to try next
Slowdive
GuideTheir ethereal soundscapes and lush guitar textures create a dreamy atmosphere reminiscent of My Bloody Valentine's shoegaze aesthetic.
Ride
GuideWith their blend of swirling guitars and melodic hooks, Ride captures the same immersive sound that defines the shoegaze genre.
Lush
Lush combines shimmering guitars with airy vocals, creating a dream pop sound that aligns closely with My Bloody Valentine's style.
Cocteau Twins
Their use of layered guitars and ethereal vocals produces a hauntingly beautiful sound that echoes the atmospheric qualities of My Bloody Valentine.
The Jesus and Mary Chain
Known for their fusion of noise pop and melodic elements, their music shares a similar tension between distortion and melody.
Sonic Youth
GuideTheir experimental approach to guitar work and dynamic shifts in sound parallel the innovative spirit found in My Bloody Valentine's music.
Alcest
Blending black metal with shoegaze elements, Alcest creates an atmospheric sound that resonates with the immersive quality of My Bloody Valentine.
Beach House
Their dreamy melodies and lush instrumentation evoke a similar sense of intimacy and surrealism found in My Bloody Valentine's work.
Common questions
Who sounds like My Bloody Valentine?
Artists similar to My Bloody Valentine include Slowdive, Ride, Lush and Cocteau Twins. Each shares elements of My Bloody Valentine's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is My Bloody Valentine?
My Bloody Valentine is primarily known for experimental rock, gothic rock and dream pop. The music pulses with dense wall-of-sound guitars that swirl around delicate vocal whispers, creating an immersive atmosphere that balances tension and release.
Where should I start if I like My Bloody Valentine?
If you enjoy My Bloody Valentine, start with Slowdive — their album "Souvlaki" is a great entry point. Their ethereal soundscapes and lush guitar textures create a dreamy atmosphere reminiscent of My Bloody Valentine's shoegaze aesthetic.