Bands & artists like Peter Gabriel

If you like Peter Gabriel, 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

David Bowie

David Bowie

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Bowie's experimental approach and genre-blending, particularly in albums like 'Heroes', share a similar layered texture and dynamic shifts.

alternative rock ambient music art pop
Brian Eno

Brian Eno

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As a collaborator and solo artist, Eno's ambient soundscapes and innovative production techniques resonate with Gabriel's experimental rock elements.

ambient music art pop art rock
Kate Bush

Kate Bush

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Bush's theatrical vocal style and eclectic instrumentation create an art pop aesthetic that aligns closely with Gabriel's sonic explorations.

art pop art rock baroque pop
Talking Heads

Talking Heads

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Their fusion of art rock and worldbeat influences, along with intricate rhythms, parallels the artistic complexity found in Gabriel's work.

new wave post-punk
Peter Hammill

Peter Hammill

Hammill’s emotive vocals and avant-garde rock compositions reflect a similar depth and complexity as seen in Gabriel's music.

rock music
Roxy Music

Roxy Music

Their blend of art rock with lush arrangements and innovative sounds resonates well with the layered textures of Gabriel’s work.

New Romantic art rock glam rock
The Police

The Police

With their incorporation of reggae rhythms and new wave influences, The Police share a rhythmic intricacy that complements Gabriel's style.

new wave post-punk reggae rock
Tori Amos

Tori Amos

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Amos’s piano-driven art pop and emotionally charged lyrics align well with the introspective aspects of Gabriel's music.

alternative rock art rock baroque pop

Common questions

Who sounds like Peter Gabriel?

Artists similar to Peter Gabriel include David Bowie, Brian Eno, Kate Bush and Talking Heads. Each shares elements of Peter Gabriel's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Peter Gabriel?

Peter Gabriel is primarily known for new wave, pop rock and progressive rock. Gabriel's music features layered textures with rhythmic intricacies that build tension through subtle shifts in dynamics and pacing.

Where should I start if I like Peter Gabriel?

If you enjoy Peter Gabriel, start with David Bowie — their album "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars" is a great entry point. Bowie's experimental approach and genre-blending, particularly in albums like 'Heroes', share a similar layered texture and dynamic shifts.