If you like Placebo, try these artists

If you like Placebo, 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

Oasis

Oasis

Shared genres: Britpop, alternative rock, indie rock

Britpop alternative rock indie pop
Radiohead

Radiohead

Shared genres: Britpop, alternative rock, electronic rock

How to get into Radiohead
Britpop alternative rock art pop
Blur

Blur

Shared genres: Britpop, alternative rock, indie rock

Britpop alternative rock art pop
Pulp

Pulp

Shared genres: Britpop, alternative rock, indie rock

Britpop alternative rock indie rock
Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran

Shared genres: alternative rock

alternative rock folk music folk-pop
Muse

Muse

Shared genres: alternative rock

alternative metal alternative rock hard rock
Ellie Goulding

Ellie Goulding

Shared genres: alternative rock

alternative music alternative rock dream pop
Manic Street Preachers

Manic Street Preachers

Shared genres: alternative rock

alternative rock

Common questions

Who sounds like Placebo?

Artists similar to Placebo include Oasis, Radiohead, Blur and Pulp. Each shares elements of Placebo's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Placebo?

Placebo is primarily known for alternative rock, indie rock and electronic rock. The music pulses with a driving rhythm and gritty texture, layered with atmospheric melodies that create a palpable tension between yearning and release.

Where should I start if I like Placebo?

If you enjoy Placebo, start with Oasis — their album "Be Here Now" is a great entry point. Shared genres: Britpop, alternative rock, indie rock