Bands & artists like Pantera

If you like Pantera, 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

Sepultura

Sepultura

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Known for their aggressive blend of thrash and groove metal, Sepultura's intricate rhythms and powerful riffs create a similar intensity.

alternative metal death metal groove metal
Machine Head

Machine Head

With heavy grooves and a mix of melodic and aggressive elements, Machine Head captures the same explosive dynamics found in Pantera's music.

alternative metal groove metal thrash metal
Lamb of God

Lamb of God

Their heavy use of groove and complex rhythms aligns closely with Pantera's sound, delivering a similarly cathartic experience.

groove metal metalcore
Fear Factory

Fear Factory

Combining industrial elements with groove metal, Fear Factory offers intricate guitar work and driving rhythms that resonate with Pantera fans.

death metal groove metal industrial metal
DevilDriver

DevilDriver

With a focus on heavy grooves and aggressive vocals, DevilDriver channels a similar energy and intensity as Pantera.

groove metal melodic death metal
Soulfly

Soulfly

Led by former Sepultura frontman Max Cavalera, Soulfly blends tribal rhythms with heavy grooves reminiscent of Pantera's style.

groove metal thrash metal
Killswitch Engage

Killswitch Engage

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Their fusion of metalcore with groove elements creates an energetic sound that parallels the dynamic nature of Pantera's music.

melodic metalcore
Gojira

Gojira

Known for their complex compositions and heavy grooves, Gojira shares a sonic depth that fans of Pantera will appreciate.

groove metal progressive metal technical death metal

Common questions

Who sounds like Pantera?

Artists similar to Pantera include Sepultura, Machine Head, Lamb of God and Fear Factory. Each shares elements of Pantera's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Pantera?

Pantera is primarily known for groove metal. With relentless grooves underpinned by intricate rhythms and explosive dynamics, their music demands movement and provokes catharsis.

Where should I start if I like Pantera?

If you enjoy Pantera, start with Sepultura — their album "Schizophrenia" is a great entry point. Known for their aggressive blend of thrash and groove metal, Sepultura's intricate rhythms and powerful riffs create a similar intensity.