If you like Special Affect, try these artists

If you like Special Affect, 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

Duran Duran

Duran Duran

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Shared genres: new wave

New Romantic alternative rock art pop
Roxy Music

Roxy Music

Shared genres: new wave

New Romantic art rock glam rock
Blondie

Blondie

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Shared genres: new wave

dance-rock new wave post-punk
Bronski Beat

Bronski Beat

Shared genres: new wave

Hi-NRG dance-rock new wave
R. Stevie Moore

R. Stevie Moore

Shared genres: new wave

country music experimental music indie rock
Television

Television

Shared genres: new wave

art rock new wave post-punk
Pete Shelley

Pete Shelley

Shared genres: new wave

new wave pop-punk power pop
The Go-Go's

The Go-Go's

Shared genres: new wave

new wave pop rock power pop

Common questions

Who sounds like Special Affect?

Artists similar to Special Affect include Duran Duran, Roxy Music, Blondie and Bronski Beat. Each shares elements of Special Affect's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Special Affect?

Special Affect is primarily known for new wave. The music pulses with rhythmic insistence and bright synth layers that create a conversational tension between buoyancy and introspection.

Where should I start if I like Special Affect?

If you enjoy Special Affect, start with Duran Duran — their album "Notorious" is a great entry point. Shared genres: new wave