If you like Portishead, try these artists

If you like Portishead, 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

Miho Hatori

Miho Hatori

Shared genres: downtempo, electronica, trip hop

Shibuya-kei avant-garde music downtempo
Jazzanova

Jazzanova

Shared genres: downtempo, electronica, trip hop

broken beat clubjazz dance music
Bonobo

Bonobo

Shared genres: downtempo, trip hop

downtempo electronic music nu jazz
Moby

Moby

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Shared genres: alternative rock, downtempo, electronica

alternative rock ambient music chill-out music
Robbie Williams

Robbie Williams

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Shared genres: alternative rock

Britpop alternative rock dance music
Duran Duran

Duran Duran

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Shared genres: alternative rock

New Romantic alternative rock art pop
Muse

Muse

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Shared genres: alternative rock

alternative metal alternative rock hard rock
Depeche Mode

Depeche Mode

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Shared genres: alternative rock, electronica

alternative rock dark wave electronic rock

Common questions

Who sounds like Portishead?

Artists similar to Portishead include Miho Hatori, Jazzanova, Bonobo and Moby. Each shares elements of Portishead's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Portishead?

Portishead is primarily known for alternative rock, electronica and experimental rock. Portishead's music unfolds with a slow, deliberate tension that balances dark atmospheres against sparse melodies, creating a sense of haunting inevitability.

Where should I start if I like Portishead?

If you enjoy Portishead, start with Miho Hatori — their album "Ecdysis" is a great entry point. Shared genres: downtempo, electronica, trip hop