If you like Sufjan Stevens, try these artists

If you like Sufjan Stevens, 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

Mirah

Mirah

Shared genres: chamber pop, indie pop, indie rock

anti-folk chamber pop indie pop
Cloud Cult

Cloud Cult

Shared genres: baroque pop, indie folk, indie pop

art rock baroque pop experimental rock
Neutral Milk Hotel

Neutral Milk Hotel

Shared genres: indie folk, indie rock, lo-fi music

indie folk indie rock lo-fi music
Elliott Smith

Elliott Smith

Shared genres: indie folk, indie pop, indie rock

indie folk indie pop indie rock
Moby

Moby

Shared genres: alternative rock, electronic music

alternative rock ambient music chill-out music
Green Day

Green Day

Shared genres: alternative rock

alternative rock pop-punk punk rock
Linkin Park

Linkin Park

Shared genres: alternative rock

alternative metal alternative rock electronic rock
Nine Inch Nails

Nine Inch Nails

Shared genres: alternative rock

alternative rock ambient music dark ambient

Common questions

Who sounds like Sufjan Stevens?

Artists similar to Sufjan Stevens include Mirah, Cloud Cult, Neutral Milk Hotel and Elliott Smith. Each shares elements of Sufjan Stevens's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Sufjan Stevens?

Sufjan Stevens is primarily known for alternative rock, classical and electronic. Stevens's music creates intricate layers through gentle dynamics and sweeping melodies, often building tension before releasing into moments of tender resolution.

Where should I start if I like Sufjan Stevens?

If you enjoy Sufjan Stevens, start with Mirah — their album "You Think It's Like This but Really It's Like This" is a great entry point. Shared genres: chamber pop, indie pop, indie rock