Bands & artists like The Arcs

If you like The Arcs, 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 Black Keys

The Black Keys

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Their blend of garage rock and blues features gritty guitar riffs and strong rhythmic elements that create a similar infectious groove.

blues rock garage rock indie rock
The Raconteurs

The Raconteurs

With their tight instrumentation and catchy hooks, they deliver a sound that resonates well with The Arcs' rhythmic drive and melodic style.

alternative rock
Wolfmother

Wolfmother

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Their classic rock influences combined with heavy guitar textures and energetic drumming align closely with the sound of The Arcs.

hard rock stoner rock
The Dead Weather

The Dead Weather

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Featuring a raw, gritty sound with powerful vocals and dynamic instrumentation, they evoke a similar energy to The Arcs.

alternative rock
Tame Impala

Tame Impala

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Their psychedelic take on rock includes infectious grooves and layered instrumentation that parallels the melodic hooks of The Arcs.

alternative rock dream pop indie rock
Black Rebel Motorcycle Club

Black Rebel Motorcycle Club

They offer a dark, moody take on garage rock with driving rhythms and textured guitar work reminiscent of The Arcs' sound.

alternative rock
The Hives

The Hives

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Known for their high-energy garage rock sound, their catchy melodies and punchy instrumentation are in line with the style of The Arcs.

garage rock
The Vines

The Vines

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Their mix of alternative rock and garage influences, along with catchy hooks, aligns well with the infectious grooves found in The Arcs' music.

alternative rock

Common questions

Who sounds like The Arcs?

Artists similar to The Arcs include The Black Keys, The Raconteurs, Wolfmother and The Dead Weather. Each shares elements of The Arcs's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is The Arcs?

The Arcs is primarily known for garage rock. A tight interplay of rhythmic drive and melodic hooks creates an infectious groove punctuated by bursts of guitar textures and steady, hypnotic drumming.

Where should I start if I like The Arcs?

If you enjoy The Arcs, start with The Black Keys — their album "Delta Kream" is a great entry point. Their blend of garage rock and blues features gritty guitar riffs and strong rhythmic elements that create a similar infectious groove.