Bands & artists like Sort Sol

If you like Sort Sol, 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

The Birthday Party

The Birthday Party

Their chaotic energy and jagged guitar work create a similar sense of tension and urgency in punk rock.

gothic rock post-punk
Dead Kennedys

Dead Kennedys

With their sharp, politically charged lyrics and aggressive instrumentation, they embody the raw intensity found in Sort Sol's music.

hardcore punk punk rock
The Stooges

The Stooges

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Their primal sound and driving rhythms resonate with Sort Sol's punk rock ethos and dynamic energy.

proto-punk punk rock
Joy Division

Joy Division

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Their dark, atmospheric sound combined with angular guitar lines aligns closely with the tension present in Sort Sol's music.

post-punk
The Damned

The Damned

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Known for their energetic performances and punk roots, they share a sonic aggression that parallels Sort Sol's sound.

gothic rock new wave post-punk
Wire

Wire

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Their experimental approach to punk rock, featuring dissonant melodies and complex rhythms, mirrors the innovative spirit of Sort Sol.

art punk
X-Ray Spex

X-Ray Spex

With their distinctive saxophone-driven sound and fierce punk attitude, they evoke a similar vibrancy found in Sort Sol's music.

new wave
Television

Television

Their intricate guitar interplay and art-punk sensibility align well with the melodic yet tense atmosphere of Sort Sol.

art rock new wave post-punk

Common questions

Who sounds like Sort Sol?

Artists similar to Sort Sol include The Birthday Party, Dead Kennedys, The Stooges and Joy Division. Each shares elements of Sort Sol's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Sort Sol?

Sort Sol is primarily known for punk. The band's music propels forward with driving rhythms and jagged guitar lines that push against the constraints of melody, creating an infectious tension that compels movement.

Where should I start if I like Sort Sol?

If you enjoy Sort Sol, start with The Birthday Party — their album "Junkyard" is a great entry point. Their chaotic energy and jagged guitar work create a similar sense of tension and urgency in punk rock.