Bands & artists like Peter McConnell

If you like Peter McConnell, 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

Austin Wintory

Austin Wintory

Wintory's compositions feature lush orchestration and emotional depth, similar to McConnell's intricate layering and melodic focus.

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Jeremy Soule

Jeremy Soule

Known for his atmospheric scores, Soule's work often combines sweeping melodies with rich textures that evoke a strong sense of place.

ambient music
Inon Zur

Inon Zur

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Zur's cinematic compositions share a delicate balance of melody and emotion, often utilizing orchestral elements that resonate similarly to McConnell's style.

Yasunori Mitsuda

Yasunori Mitsuda

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Mitsuda's music features intricate arrangements and a blend of traditional and modern instrumentation, creating immersive soundscapes akin to McConnell's work.

video game music
Vangelis

Vangelis

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Vangelis’ use of synthesizers and orchestral elements creates expansive soundscapes that evoke similar feelings of space and movement as McConnell’s music.

ambient music electronic music film score
Lorne Balfe

Lorne Balfe

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Balfe’s cinematic scores often feature complex arrangements and emotive melodies, resonating with the same intricacies found in McConnell's compositions.

video game music
Nobuo Uematsu

Nobuo Uematsu

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Uematsu’s iconic scores combine memorable melodies with rich harmonic textures, reminiscent of the emotional depth found in McConnell's music.

Common questions

Who sounds like Peter McConnell?

Artists similar to Peter McConnell include Austin Wintory, Jeremy Soule, Inon Zur and Yasunori Mitsuda. Each shares elements of Peter McConnell's sound while bringing their own perspective.

Where should I start if I like Peter McConnell?

If you enjoy Peter McConnell, start with Austin Wintory — their album "Remnants" is a great entry point. Wintory's compositions feature lush orchestration and emotional depth, similar to McConnell's intricate layering and melodic focus.