Bands & artists like Skillet
If you like Skillet, 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
Thousand Foot Krutch
GuideWith a blend of rap-rock and alternative metal, Thousand Foot Krutch delivers high-energy tracks that resonate with Skillet's driving rhythms and powerful vocals.
Breaking Benjamin
Known for their heavy guitar riffs and melodic choruses, Breaking Benjamin shares a post-grunge sound that aligns well with Skillet's style.
P.O.D.
P.O.D. mixes nu metal and reggae influences, creating a dynamic sound that complements Skillet's heavy yet melodic approach.
Flyleaf
Flyleaf features powerful female vocals over hard-hitting instrumentation, echoing the emotional and sonic qualities found in Skillet's music.
Disciple
Disciple's aggressive sound combined with uplifting lyrics mirrors the cathartic experience often present in Skillet's tracks.
Hawk Nelson
Hawk Nelson offers a pop-punk twist on Christian rock, maintaining catchy melodies while still delivering a heavier edge akin to Skillet.
We as Human
We As Human blends hard rock with electronic elements, producing a sound that resonates with Skillet's industrial influences.
Ashes Remain
Ashes Remain combines melodic rock with anthemic choruses, paralleling the soaring melodies characteristic of Skillet's music.
Common questions
Who sounds like Skillet?
Artists similar to Skillet include Thousand Foot Krutch, Breaking Benjamin, P.O.D. and Flyleaf. Each shares elements of Skillet's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Skillet?
Skillet is primarily known for alternative rock, hard rock and alternative metal. The music drives forward with heavy rhythms and soaring melodies, punctuated by moments of tension and release that fuel an exhilarating sense of catharsis.
Where should I start if I like Skillet?
If you enjoy Skillet, start with Thousand Foot Krutch — their album "Oxygen: Inhale" is a great entry point. With a blend of rap-rock and alternative metal, Thousand Foot Krutch delivers high-energy tracks that resonate with Skillet's driving rhythms and powerful vocals.