Bands & artists like Ray LaMontagne

If you like Ray LaMontagne, 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

Iron & Wine

Iron & Wine

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Iron & Wine shares LaMontagne's intimate vocal style and folk instrumentation, often weaving intricate melodies with reflective lyrics.

country music folk music
Damien Rice

Damien Rice

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Rice's emotive storytelling and acoustic arrangements resonate with the same rugged warmth found in LaMontagne's music.

folk music folk rock
Nick Drake

Nick Drake

Drake's delicate guitar work and introspective lyrics create a similar atmospheric quality that appeals to fans of LaMontagne.

baroque pop folk music traditional folk music
Sufjan Stevens

Sufjan Stevens

Stevens combines folk elements with lush arrangements, paralleling LaMontagne's layered soundscapes and introspective themes.

alternative rock baroque pop chamber pop
Ben Howard

Ben Howard

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Howard’s blend of folk and indie rock, along with his emotive vocal delivery, mirrors the essence of LaMontagne's music.

folk music folk rock
Hozier

Hozier

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Hozier’s rich vocal tones and lyrical depth echo the emotional resonance found in LaMontagne’s songwriting.

blues blues rock indie rock
Josh Ritter

Josh Ritter

Ritter's narrative-driven songs and warm acoustic arrangements reflect the same storytelling tradition as LaMontagne.

country music folk music
Gregory Alan Isakov

Gregory Alan Isakov

Isakov’s folk-infused soundscape and poetic lyrics create a similar atmosphere of introspection and warmth.

traditional folk music

Common questions

Who sounds like Ray LaMontagne?

Artists similar to Ray LaMontagne include Iron & Wine, Damien Rice, Nick Drake and Sufjan Stevens. Each shares elements of Ray LaMontagne's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Ray LaMontagne?

Ray LaMontagne is primarily known for folk. LaMontagne’s music unfolds with a rugged warmth, driven by steady rhythms and layered vocal melodies that ebb and swell around introspective lyrical currents.

Where should I start if I like Ray LaMontagne?

If you enjoy Ray LaMontagne, start with Iron & Wine — their album "Years to Burn" is a great entry point. Iron & Wine shares LaMontagne's intimate vocal style and folk instrumentation, often weaving intricate melodies with reflective lyrics.