Bands & artists like Sleaford Mods
If you like Sleaford Mods, 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
Idles
Their aggressive post-punk sound combines driving rhythms with raw, confrontational vocals, creating a similar sense of urgency.
Fat White Family
They blend minimalist instrumentation with darkly humorous lyrics and a punk ethos that resonates with the starkness of Sleaford Mods.
The Fall
GuideKnown for their repetitive structures and spoken-word vocal style, they share a similar aesthetic of minimalism and tension.
Pulp
Their sharp lyrics and mix of electronic elements with a punk attitude create an atmosphere reminiscent of Sleaford Mods' biting commentary.
Death Grips
Their experimental approach to hip-hop includes aggressive beats and intense vocal delivery, paralleling the urgent energy found in Sleaford Mods.
Shame
With their post-punk influences and dynamic sound, they evoke a similar raw intensity and social critique through music.
Daughters
Their blend of noise rock and post-hardcore features abrasive textures and urgent vocals that echo the tension in Sleaford Mods' work.
Wire
As pioneers of post-punk, their minimalist approach and innovative sound continue to influence artists like Sleaford Mods.
Common questions
Who sounds like Sleaford Mods?
Artists similar to Sleaford Mods include Idles, Fat White Family, The Fall and Pulp. Each shares elements of Sleaford Mods's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Sleaford Mods?
Sleaford Mods is primarily known for post-punk and minimalist music. The music pulses with a relentless beat and stark repetition, layering biting vocals over sparse electronic textures to create an atmosphere of tension and urgency.
Where should I start if I like Sleaford Mods?
If you enjoy Sleaford Mods, start with Idles — their album "Ultra Mono" is a great entry point. Their aggressive post-punk sound combines driving rhythms with raw, confrontational vocals, creating a similar sense of urgency.