If you like Philip Glass, try these artists

If you like Philip Glass, 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

Leonard Bernstein

Leonard Bernstein

Shared genres: opera, symphony

classical music opera symphony
John Adams

John Adams

Shared genres: minimalist music, opera

classical music minimalist music opera
Glenn Branca

Glenn Branca

Shared genres: minimalist music, symphony

20th-century classical music avant-garde music experimental music
Nico Muhly

Nico Muhly

Shared genres: minimalist music, opera

contemporary classical music minimalist music opera
Stars of the Lid

Stars of the Lid

Shared genres: minimalist music

ambient music contemporary classical music drone music
Harold Budd

Harold Budd

Shared genres: minimalist music

ambient music avant-garde music jazz
Jason Falkner

Jason Falkner

Shared genres: minimalist music

minimalist music rock music

Common questions

Who sounds like Philip Glass?

Artists similar to Philip Glass include Leonard Bernstein, John Adams, Glenn Branca and Nico Muhly. Each shares elements of Philip Glass's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Philip Glass?

Philip Glass is primarily known for opera, symphony and Dixieland jazz. Glass's music pulses with relentless repetition, creating a mesmerizing texture that draws listeners into a state of focused awareness and emotional engagement.

Where should I start if I like Philip Glass?

If you enjoy Philip Glass, start with Leonard Bernstein — their album "Maestro – Original Soundtrack" is a great entry point. Shared genres: opera, symphony