If you like Scratch Acid, try these artists

If you like Scratch Acid, 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

Number Girl

Number Girl

Shared genres: noise rock, post-hardcore

alternative rock experimental rock indie rock
Butthole Surfers

Butthole Surfers

Shared genres: noise rock

alternative rock art punk experimental music
Lou Reed

Lou Reed

Shared genres: noise rock

alternative rock art rock blue-eyed soul
The Velvet Underground

The Velvet Underground

Shared genres: noise rock

alternative rock art pop art rock
John Lydon

John Lydon

Shared genres: noise rock

alternative dance alternative rock dance-punk
Helmet

Helmet

Shared genres: noise rock, post-hardcore

alternative metal noise rock post-hardcore
Swans

Swans

Shared genres: noise rock

alternative rock art rock avant-garde music
Thurston Moore

Thurston Moore

Shared genres: noise rock

alternative rock avant-garde music experimental rock

Common questions

Who sounds like Scratch Acid?

Artists similar to Scratch Acid include Number Girl, Butthole Surfers, Lou Reed and The Velvet Underground. Each shares elements of Scratch Acid's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Scratch Acid?

Scratch Acid is primarily known for post-hardcore and noise rock. Tension builds through jagged guitar lines and relentless rhythms, creating a dense atmosphere where chaos feels both overwhelming and cathartic.

Where should I start if I like Scratch Acid?

If you enjoy Scratch Acid, start with Number Girl — their album "Num-Heavymetallic" is a great entry point. Shared genres: noise rock, post-hardcore