Bands & artists like The Grates

If you like The Grates, 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

Tegan and Sara

Tegan and Sara

Guide

Their upbeat indie pop sound features catchy hooks and harmonized vocals that create an infectious energy similar to The Grates.

indie pop indie rock
Charly Bliss

Charly Bliss

Charly Bliss delivers high-energy pop rock with bright instrumentation and quirky lyrics, reminiscent of the buoyant style of The Grates.

Alvvays

Alvvays

With jangly guitars and dreamy melodies, Alvvays captures a lighthearted indie pop essence that aligns well with The Grates' sound.

indie pop
Best Coast

Best Coast

Best Coast's sunny, surf-influenced pop songs share a similar upbeat vibe and catchy hooks that fans of The Grates would enjoy.

indie rock
Faye Webster

Faye Webster

Faye Webster blends indie pop with introspective lyrics and airy melodies, creating a laid-back yet engaging sound akin to The Grates.

The Naked and Famous

The Naked and Famous

Their synth-driven pop anthems feature soaring choruses and lively beats that resonate with the energetic feel of The Grates' music.

synth-pop
Kate Nash

Kate Nash

Kate Nash's playful lyricism and vibrant pop-punk sound evoke a similar sense of fun and whimsy found in The Grates' tracks.

pop music
Paramore

Paramore

Guide

Paramore's evolution into a more pop-oriented sound includes catchy hooks and dynamic energy that fans of The Grates will appreciate.

alternative rock pop rock power pop

Common questions

Who sounds like The Grates?

Artists similar to The Grates include Tegan and Sara, Charly Bliss, Alvvays and Best Coast. Each shares elements of The Grates's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is The Grates?

The Grates is primarily known for indie pop. The Grates' music pulses with bright rhythms and buoyant melodies, driven by playful hooks that inspire movement and connection.

Where should I start if I like The Grates?

If you enjoy The Grates, start with Tegan and Sara — their album "The Con" is a great entry point. Their upbeat indie pop sound features catchy hooks and harmonized vocals that create an infectious energy similar to The Grates.