Bands & artists like Serena Ryder

If you like Serena Ryder, 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 Serena Ryder? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Brandi Carlile

Brandi Carlile

Brandi's powerful vocals and folk-rock instrumentation create a similar blend of emotional depth and rhythmic drive.

pop rock
Feist

Feist

Guide

Feist's intimate songwriting and layered harmonies resonate well with the organic tension found in Serena Ryder's music.

anti-folk folk music indie folk
Laura Marling

Laura Marling

Laura's intricate guitar work and storytelling lyrics evoke a similar folk-rock sensibility and conversational intimacy.

folk-pop indie folk pop rock
The Civil Wars

The Civil Wars

Their haunting harmonies and acoustic-driven sound mirror the layered dynamics present in Ryder's songs.

alternative country
Norah Jones

Norah Jones

Norah's blend of jazz, folk, and rock creates an intimate atmosphere akin to the conversational style of Serena Ryder.

blues country music folk music
Hozier

Hozier

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Hozier’s soulful voice and poetic lyrics combined with a folk-rock backdrop share a similar emotional resonance with Ryder's work.

blues blues rock indie rock
Maggie Rogers

Maggie Rogers

Maggie's fusion of indie pop and folk elements, along with her emotive vocal delivery, parallels the energy found in Ryder's music.

alternative music art pop folk-pop
Kacey Musgraves

Kacey Musgraves

Guide

Kacey's modern take on country-folk with clever lyrics and strong melodies reflects the same organic tension as Serena Ryder.

country music folk music

Common questions

Who sounds like Serena Ryder?

Artists similar to Serena Ryder include Brandi Carlile, Feist, Laura Marling and The Civil Wars. Each shares elements of Serena Ryder's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Serena Ryder?

Serena Ryder is primarily known for folk rock and indie rock. The music pulses with rhythmic conviction and layered harmonies, creating an organic tension that propels each song forward while maintaining a conversational intimacy.

Where should I start if I like Serena Ryder?

If you enjoy Serena Ryder, start with Brandi Carlile — their album "In These Silent Days" is a great entry point. Brandi's powerful vocals and folk-rock instrumentation create a similar blend of emotional depth and rhythmic drive.