If you like Smile, try these artists

If you like Smile, 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

Jefferson Airplane

Jefferson Airplane

Shared genres: blues rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

acid rock blues rock garage rock
Piknik

Piknik

Shared genres: blues rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

Russian rock art rock blues rock
Rare Earth

Rare Earth

Shared genres: blues rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

blues rock funk rock progressive rock
The Mothers of Invention

The Mothers of Invention

Shared genres: blues rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

blues rock experimental rock hard rock
David Gilmour

David Gilmour

Shared genres: blues rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

ambient music art rock blues rock
Pink Floyd

Pink Floyd

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Shared genres: blues rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

acid rock art rock blues rock
Steve Winwood

Steve Winwood

Shared genres: blues rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

blue-eyed soul blues blues rock
Captain Beefheart

Captain Beefheart

Shared genres: blues rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

alternative rock art rock blues rock

Common questions

Who sounds like Smile?

Artists similar to Smile include Jefferson Airplane, Piknik, Rare Earth and The Mothers of Invention. Each shares elements of Smile's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Smile?

Smile is primarily known for progressive rock, psychedelic rock and blues rock. The music pulses with a rhythmic insistence that balances gritty guitar riffs against spacious melodic lines, creating an environment ripe for both catharsis and contemplation.

Where should I start if I like Smile?

If you enjoy Smile, start with Jefferson Airplane — their album "Volunteers" is a great entry point. Shared genres: blues rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock