Bands & artists like Runemagick

If you like Runemagick, 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 Runemagick? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Mournful Congregation

Mournful Congregation

Their funeral doom sound features slow, heavy riffs and a haunting atmosphere that evokes a similar sense of dread.

doom metal
My Dying Bride

My Dying Bride

Guide

Their blend of death-doom incorporates melodic elements and dark themes, creating an emotionally heavy experience akin to Runemagick.

death-doom doom metal
Cathedral

Cathedral

With their thick guitar tones and atmospheric compositions, Cathedral's music embodies the same crushing heaviness found in Runemagick's work.

doom metal
Anathema

Anathema

Their earlier works feature a blend of doom metal and atmospheric elements that create a similar immersive listening experience.

alternative rock death-doom gothic metal
Ahab

Ahab

Ahab's nautical-themed funeral doom incorporates slow tempos and deep growls, paralleling the oppressive atmosphere of Runemagick.

doom metal
Paradise Lost

Paradise Lost

Guide

As pioneers of gothic doom metal, their melancholic melodies and heavy riffs echo the dark themes present in Runemagick's music.

death-doom doom metal gothic metal
Electric Wizard

Electric Wizard

Their stoner/doom sound is characterized by thick riffs and a psychedelic edge that aligns with the heavy, immersive qualities of Runemagick.

doom metal stoner metal
Doomsword

Doomsword

With epic themes and a mix of traditional heavy metal and doom, Doomsword creates a powerful atmosphere reminiscent of Runemagick's sound.

epic doom metal heavy metal

Common questions

Who sounds like Runemagick?

Artists similar to Runemagick include Mournful Congregation, My Dying Bride, Cathedral and Anathema. Each shares elements of Runemagick's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Runemagick?

Runemagick is primarily known for death metal and doom metal. An expansive wall of sound unfolds with crushing riffs and cavernous reverb, punctuated by gradual shifts in tempo that create an overwhelming sense of impending dread.

Where should I start if I like Runemagick?

If you enjoy Runemagick, start with Mournful Congregation — their album "The Dawning of Mournful Hymns" is a great entry point. Their funeral doom sound features slow, heavy riffs and a haunting atmosphere that evokes a similar sense of dread.