Bands & artists like Sick Puppies

If you like Sick Puppies, 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 Sick Puppies? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Breaking Benjamin

Breaking Benjamin

Their blend of post-grunge and alternative metal features heavy guitar riffs and emotionally charged choruses that resonate with Sick Puppies' sound.

alternative metal alternative rock nu metal
Three Days Grace

Three Days Grace

Known for their powerful vocals and hard-hitting instrumentals, they share a similar intensity and thematic focus on personal struggles.

alternative rock post-grunge
Shinedown

Shinedown

With their dynamic vocal delivery and anthemic choruses, Shinedown captures the same explosive energy found in Sick Puppies' music.

alternative metal alternative rock hard rock
Red Sun Rising

Red Sun Rising

Their sound combines melodic rock with heavy instrumentation, creating a tension-filled atmosphere akin to the style of Sick Puppies.

Alter Bridge

Alter Bridge

Guide

They merge hard rock with progressive elements, featuring soaring vocals and intricate guitar work that align well with Sick Puppies' aesthetic.

alternative metal hard rock post-grunge
P.O.D.

P.O.D.

Their fusion of metal and alternative rock, along with socially conscious lyrics, resonates with the themes often explored by Sick Puppies.

Christian metal alternative metal nu metal
Hinder

Hinder

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Hinder's catchy hooks and robust instrumentation deliver a similar blend of rock energy that fans of Sick Puppies would appreciate.

hard rock post-grunge
Flyleaf

Flyleaf

With a strong female lead vocalist and a mix of melodic and heavy elements, Flyleaf offers a sound that complements the intensity of Sick Puppies.

alternative rock hard rock post-grunge

Common questions

Who sounds like Sick Puppies?

Artists similar to Sick Puppies include Breaking Benjamin, Three Days Grace, Shinedown and Red Sun Rising. Each shares elements of Sick Puppies's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Sick Puppies?

Sick Puppies is primarily known for alternative rock, alternative metal and post-grunge. The music surges forward with driving rhythms and thick guitar tones, creating an atmosphere where tension builds before erupting into explosive choruses.

Where should I start if I like Sick Puppies?

If you enjoy Sick Puppies, start with Breaking Benjamin — their album "Ember" is a great entry point. Their blend of post-grunge and alternative metal features heavy guitar riffs and emotionally charged choruses that resonate with Sick Puppies' sound.