Bands & artists like Ryoko Shinohara

If you like Ryoko Shinohara, 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

Akiko Yano

Akiko Yano

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Her eclectic blend of pop and traditional Japanese influences features intricate melodies and harmonies that create a similar emotional landscape.

J-pop disco electronic music
Chara

Chara

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Chara's music often combines gentle pop melodies with rich, layered instrumentation, evoking a sense of introspection akin to Shinohara's style.

J-pop
Yumi Matsutoya

Yumi Matsutoya

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Matsutoya's sophisticated arrangements and emotive vocal delivery mirror the intricate harmonic structures found in Shinohara's work.

J-pop city pop folk rock
Kenshi Yonezu

Kenshi Yonezu

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Yonezu blends contemporary pop with traditional elements, creating layered soundscapes that resonate with the rhythmic pulse of Shinohara's music.

J-pop rock music
Ringo Sheena

Ringo Sheena

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Sheena's innovative approach to pop music features complex arrangements and a mix of genres, similar to the tension and release found in Shinohara's songs.

alternative rock big band music bossa nova
Aimer

Aimer

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Aimer's haunting vocals and atmospheric production create a mood that parallels the emotional depth and melodic intricacies of Shinohara's work.

J-pop jazz
Nujabes

Nujabes

Nujabes' fusion of hip-hop and jazz creates lush soundscapes with intricate melodies that resonate with the rhythmic qualities present in Shinohara's music.

hip-hop
Sakanaction

Sakanaction

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Their blend of electronic elements with rock and pop creates dynamic compositions that share a similar complexity and emotional resonance as Shinohara's work.

J-pop alternative rock anime song

Common questions

Who sounds like Ryoko Shinohara?

Artists similar to Ryoko Shinohara include Akiko Yano, Chara, Yumi Matsutoya and Kenshi Yonezu. Each shares elements of Ryoko Shinohara's sound while bringing their own perspective.

Where should I start if I like Ryoko Shinohara?

If you enjoy Ryoko Shinohara, start with Akiko Yano — their album "Brooch" is a great entry point. Her eclectic blend of pop and traditional Japanese influences features intricate melodies and harmonies that create a similar emotional landscape.