If you like The Moody Blues, try these artists

If you like The Moody Blues, 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.

New to The Moody Blues? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Roger Waters

Roger Waters

Shared genres: art rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

art rock blues rock opera
Jethro Tull

Jethro Tull

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Shared genres: art rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

art rock electronic music electronic rock
Pink Floyd

Pink Floyd

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Shared genres: art rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

acid rock art rock blues rock
King Crimson

King Crimson

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Shared genres: art rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

art rock jazz rock progressive rock
David Gilmour

David Gilmour

Shared genres: art rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

ambient music art rock blues rock
Procol Harum

Procol Harum

Shared genres: art rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

art rock baroque pop progressive rock
Nikka Costa

Nikka Costa

Shared genres: progressive rock, rhythm and blues

blue-eyed soul electropop funk
Lucio Battisti

Lucio Battisti

Shared genres: progressive rock, rhythm and blues

Latin pop disco pop music

Common questions

Who sounds like The Moody Blues?

Artists similar to The Moody Blues include Roger Waters, Jethro Tull, Pink Floyd and King Crimson. Each shares elements of The Moody Blues's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is The Moody Blues?

The Moody Blues is primarily known for progressive rock, psychedelic rock and R&B. Their music layers ethereal melodies over steady rhythms, creating a dense atmosphere that balances tension and release throughout each composition.

Where should I start if I like The Moody Blues?

If you enjoy The Moody Blues, start with Roger Waters — their album "Is This the Life We Really Want?" is a great entry point. Shared genres: art rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock