Bands & artists like Rick Springfield

If you like Rick Springfield, 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.

New to Rick Springfield? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

John Waite

John Waite

Waite's blend of rock with catchy melodies and emotive vocals mirrors Springfield's energetic hooks.

pop rock
Billy Squier

Billy Squier

Squier's guitar-driven rock sound features the same rhythmic punch and melodic intensity found in Springfield's music.

arena rock hard rock
Huey Lewis and the News

Huey Lewis and the News

Their upbeat rock sound combines catchy choruses and a driving rhythm that aligns well with Springfield's style.

doo-wop hard rock
Donnie Iris

Donnie Iris

Iris delivers high-energy rock with infectious melodies, similar to the engaging hooks of Springfield's tracks.

rock music
Toto

Toto

Guide

Toto's polished rock sound and strong hooks resonate with the melodic intensity characteristic of Springfield's music.

hard rock pop rock progressive rock
Starship

Starship

Starship blends rock with anthemic choruses and driving rhythms, akin to the energetic pulse in Springfield's work.

new wave rock music
Pat Benatar

Pat Benatar

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Benatar’s powerful vocals and rock instrumentation create an engaging energy reminiscent of Springfield's sound.

hard rock pop rock rock music
Foreigner

Foreigner

Guide

With their classic rock sound featuring strong melodies and rhythmic drive, Foreigner fits well alongside Springfield.

hard rock rock music

Common questions

Who sounds like Rick Springfield?

Artists similar to Rick Springfield include John Waite, Billy Squier, Huey Lewis and the News and Donnie Iris. Each shares elements of Rick Springfield's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Rick Springfield?

Rick Springfield is primarily known for rock music. With driving rhythms and engaging hooks, his music balances melodic intensity and rhythmic punch, creating an energetic pulse that propels listeners forward.

Where should I start if I like Rick Springfield?

If you enjoy Rick Springfield, start with John Waite — their album "Sun Sun" is a great entry point. Waite's blend of rock with catchy melodies and emotive vocals mirrors Springfield's energetic hooks.