Bands & artists like Shining

If you like Shining, 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

Magma

Magma

Their complex compositions and blend of jazz and rock create a similarly dense and unpredictable sound.

Zeuhl
King Crimson

King Crimson

Guide

With their progressive rock roots and experimental tendencies, King Crimson shares a similar adventurous spirit in rhythm and melody.

art rock jazz rock progressive rock
The Mars Volta

The Mars Volta

Their fusion of progressive rock with jazz elements creates an engagingly chaotic sound that resonates with Shining's style.

progressive rock
Can

Can

Can's avant-garde approach to rock and their use of improvisation align well with the unpredictable shifts in Shining's music.

Krautrock art rock progressive rock
Tortoise

Tortoise

Their blend of post-rock and jazz influences creates a layered sound that is both rhythmic and melodic, akin to Shining's work.

art rock post-rock
Nils Frahm

Nils Frahm

Frahm’s innovative use of piano and electronics produces a dense sonic landscape that parallels the intricate layers found in Shining's music.

ambient music classical music contemporary classical music
Kayo Dot

Kayo Dot

Kayo Dot's eclectic mix of metal, jazz, and classical influences creates a similarly unsettling yet engaging atmosphere.

jazz
Black Midi

Black Midi

The band's genre-defying sound and intricate musicianship reflect a chaotic energy similar to that found in Shining's compositions.

rock music

Common questions

Who sounds like Shining?

Artists similar to Shining include Magma, King Crimson, The Mars Volta and Can. Each shares elements of Shining's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Shining?

Shining is primarily known for progressive rock and jazz house. A dense interplay of rhythm and melody creates an unsettling yet engaging momentum, characterized by sharp contrasts and unpredictable shifts.

Where should I start if I like Shining?

If you enjoy Shining, start with Magma — their album "Kobaïa" is a great entry point. Their complex compositions and blend of jazz and rock create a similarly dense and unpredictable sound.