Bands & artists like The Brian Jonestown Massacre

If you like The Brian Jonestown Massacre, 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 Dandy Warhols

The Dandy Warhols

Their blend of psychedelic rock and pop sensibilities, along with lush instrumentation, creates a similarly immersive sound.

alternative rock
Tame Impala

Tame Impala

With their modern take on psychedelia, Tame Impala offers rich layers and hypnotic grooves reminiscent of The Brian Jonestown Massacre.

alternative rock dream pop indie rock
Spiritualized

Spiritualized

Known for their expansive soundscapes and emotional depth, Spiritualized shares a similar atmospheric quality in their music.

psychedelic rock space rock
The Black Angels

The Black Angels

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Their dark, brooding take on psychedelia features swirling guitars and hypnotic rhythms that align closely with the band's style.

psychedelic rock
MGMT

MGMT

Combining catchy melodies with psychedelic elements, MGMT captures a vibrant yet introspective sound that echoes the band's aesthetic.

electronica neo-psychedelia progressive rock
Pond

Pond

As fellow travelers in the Australian psychedelic scene, Pond's experimental sound and layered textures resonate well with The Brian Jonestown Massacre.

pop music
The Flaming Lips

The Flaming Lips

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Their adventurous approach to sound and emotional lyricism creates a playful yet profound listening experience similar to the band's work.

alternative rock space rock
The War on Drugs

The War on Drugs

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With their combination of classic rock influences and atmospheric production, they evoke a similar sense of journey through sound.

alternative rock

Common questions

Who sounds like The Brian Jonestown Massacre?

Artists similar to The Brian Jonestown Massacre include The Dandy Warhols, Tame Impala, Spiritualized and The Black Angels. Each shares elements of The Brian Jonestown Massacre's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is The Brian Jonestown Massacre?

The Brian Jonestown Massacre is primarily known for psychedelic rock. Their music pulses with a hypnotic groove, layered textures that frequently shift between expansive sonic landscapes and intimate confessions, creating an immersive journey through time and emotion.

Where should I start if I like The Brian Jonestown Massacre?

If you enjoy The Brian Jonestown Massacre, start with The Dandy Warhols — their album "...Earth to the Dandy Warhols..." is a great entry point. Their blend of psychedelic rock and pop sensibilities, along with lush instrumentation, creates a similarly immersive sound.