Bands & artists like The Breeders

If you like The Breeders, 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

Pixies

Pixies

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With their dynamic shifts and raw guitar textures, Pixies embody a similar gritty urgency that defines The Breeders' sound.

alternative rock indie rock
Sonic Youth

Sonic Youth

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Known for their experimental guitar work and layered soundscapes, Sonic Youth shares a similar aesthetic of tension and release.

alternative rock experimental rock indie rock
Lush

Lush

Their blend of ethereal vocals and jangly guitars creates a textured sound reminiscent of The Breeders' melodic yet gritty style.

rock music
Veruca Salt

Veruca Salt

With powerful guitar riffs and strong female vocals, Veruca Salt captures the same alternative rock energy found in The Breeders.

alternative rock
Hole

Hole

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Hole's mix of grunge and melodic hooks parallels the raw emotionality and layered instrumentation of The Breeders.

alternative rock grunge
The Amps

The Amps

Fronted by Breeder Kim Deal, The Amps deliver a similarly gritty sound with catchy melodies and dynamic shifts.

alternative rock
Yeah Yeah Yeahs

Yeah Yeah Yeahs

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Their energetic performances and eclectic mix of punk and art rock align well with the urgent sound of The Breeders.

alternative rock art rock garage punk
Tegan and Sara

Tegan and Sara

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Their harmonies combined with punchy instrumentation create an engaging sound that resonates with the layered textures of The Breeders.

indie pop indie rock

Common questions

Who sounds like The Breeders?

Artists similar to The Breeders include Pixies, Sonic Youth, Lush and Veruca Salt. Each shares elements of The Breeders's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is The Breeders?

The Breeders is primarily known for alternative rock. The music pulses with a gritty urgency, driven by dynamic shifts and layered guitar textures that oscillate between tension and release.

Where should I start if I like The Breeders?

If you enjoy The Breeders, start with Pixies — their album "Surfer Rosa" is a great entry point. With their dynamic shifts and raw guitar textures, Pixies embody a similar gritty urgency that defines The Breeders' sound.