Bands & artists like Spacemen 3
If you like Spacemen 3, 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 Brian Jonestown Massacre
Their blend of psychedelic rock and drone elements, along with lush guitar layers, evokes a similar expansive soundscape.
My Bloody Valentine
GuideKnown for their dense guitar textures and ethereal vocals, they create a sonic experience that parallels Spacemen 3's immersive style.
Loop
Their use of repetitive rhythms and swirling guitar effects creates a trance-like atmosphere reminiscent of Spacemen 3's sound.
Spiritualized
Founded by former Spacemen 3 member Jason Pierce, their orchestral approach to space rock shares thematic and sonic similarities.
The Velvet Underground
GuideTheir experimental approach to rock music, combined with drone influences and avant-garde elements, aligns well with Spacemen 3's ethos.
Pale Saints
Their dreamy soundscapes and use of reverb-laden guitars create a floating sensation akin to the music of Spacemen 3.
Galaxie 500
Their minimalist approach to melody and atmospheric guitar work evokes the same sense of drifting found in Spacemen 3's catalog.
The War on Drugs
GuideWith their expansive sound and layered instrumentation, they create a modern take on the psychedelic rock sound that resonates with Spacemen 3.
Common questions
Who sounds like Spacemen 3?
Artists similar to Spacemen 3 include The Brian Jonestown Massacre, My Bloody Valentine, Loop and Spiritualized. Each shares elements of Spacemen 3's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Spacemen 3?
Spacemen 3 is primarily known for alternative rock, psychedelic rock and experimental rock. With an expansive use of layered guitar textures and steady rhythmic pulses, their music creates a pervasive sense of drifting through time and space.
Where should I start if I like Spacemen 3?
If you enjoy Spacemen 3, start with The Brian Jonestown Massacre — their album "Bravery, Repetition and Noise" is a great entry point. Their blend of psychedelic rock and drone elements, along with lush guitar layers, evokes a similar expansive soundscape.