Bands & artists like Silkworm

If you like Silkworm, 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

Shellac

Shellac

Known for their complex song structures and dynamic shifts, Shellac's music features a similar tension between driving rhythms and moments of stark clarity.

art rock
The Jesus Lizard

The Jesus Lizard

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Their aggressive yet intricate sound combines heavy guitar work with unpredictable rhythms, paralleling Silkworm's textured landscapes.

alternative rock
Polvo

Polvo

Polvo's use of unconventional time signatures and layered guitar work creates a sonic complexity that resonates well with Silkworm's style.

indie rock
Archers of Loaf

Archers of Loaf

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With their blend of melodic hooks and jagged instrumentation, Archers of Loaf share a similar indie rock ethos and dynamic approach.

indie rock

Bitch Magnet

Their post-hardcore sound features intricate guitar interplay and shifts in intensity that mirror the sonic landscape crafted by Silkworm.

hardcore punk
Fugazi

Fugazi

Fugazi's ability to intertwine punk energy with complex rhythms and thoughtful lyrics aligns closely with the aesthetic found in Silkworm's music.

alternative rock art rock post-hardcore
Jawbox

Jawbox

Their combination of melodic sensibility and angular guitar riffs echoes the tension and release found in Silkworm's compositions.

post-hardcore
Unwound

Unwound

Unwound's experimental approach to indie rock, featuring shifting dynamics and atmospheric elements, complements the soundscape created by Silkworm.

punk rock

Common questions

Who sounds like Silkworm?

Artists similar to Silkworm include Shellac, The Jesus Lizard, Polvo and Archers of Loaf. Each shares elements of Silkworm's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Silkworm?

Silkworm is primarily known for indie rock. With shifting rhythms that alternately propel and pull back, Silkworm's music creates a textured landscape where tension builds gradually, punctuated by moments of stark clarity.

Where should I start if I like Silkworm?

If you enjoy Silkworm, start with Shellac — their album "Dude Incredible" is a great entry point. Known for their complex song structures and dynamic shifts, Shellac's music features a similar tension between driving rhythms and moments of stark clarity.