Bands & artists like The Kills

If you like The Kills, 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

Yeah Yeah Yeahs

Yeah Yeah Yeahs

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Their blend of garage rock and art punk features sharp guitar riffs and Karen O's urgent vocal delivery, creating a similar tension.

alternative rock art rock garage punk
The White Stripes

The White Stripes

With their raw sound and minimalist instrumentation, they share a gritty aesthetic and driving rhythms reminiscent of The Kills.

alternative rock blues rock garage rock
Interpol

Interpol

Their dark, moody soundscapes and jagged guitar work create an atmospheric tension that aligns well with The Kills' style.

alternative rock indie rock post-punk revival
Royal Blood

Royal Blood

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As a duo, they produce a heavy, riff-driven sound that mirrors the urgent pulse and intensity found in The Kills' music.

blues rock hard rock
The Dead Weather

The Dead Weather

Featuring Jack White's gritty guitar work and Alison Mosshart's powerful vocals, they embody a similar raw energy and garage rock aesthetic.

alternative rock
Savages

Savages

Their post-punk sound is characterized by sharp guitars and intense rhythms, paralleling the urgent drive found in The Kills' tracks.

post-punk
Franz Ferdinand

Franz Ferdinand

Known for their catchy hooks and angular guitar riffs, their energetic style resonates with the same indie rock spirit as The Kills.

indie rock punk rock
The Raconteurs

The Raconteurs

Combining bluesy rock with garage influences, their dynamic sound captures a similar urgency and grit to The Kills' music.

alternative rock

Common questions

Who sounds like The Kills?

Artists similar to The Kills include Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The White Stripes, Interpol and Royal Blood. Each shares elements of The Kills's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is The Kills?

The Kills is primarily known for indie rock and garage rock. A jagged interplay of sharp guitar riffs and throbbing rhythms creates an urgent pulse that drives each track forward with irresistible tension.

Where should I start if I like The Kills?

If you enjoy The Kills, start with Yeah Yeah Yeahs — their album "ITunes Originals – Yeah Yeah Yeahs" is a great entry point. Their blend of garage rock and art punk features sharp guitar riffs and Karen O's urgent vocal delivery, creating a similar tension.