Bands & artists like The Samples

If you like The Samples, 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

Dispatch

Dispatch

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Dispatch combines intricate rhythms and melodic layering, creating a similar immersive soundscape with folk-rock influences.

indie folk jam band music
Guster

Guster

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Guster's use of rich harmonies and layered instrumentation evokes a similar sense of movement and depth found in The Samples' music.

alternative rock
The Avett Brothers

The Avett Brothers

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The Avett Brothers share a knack for blending folk elements with rock, creating an emotive sound that resonates similarly to The Samples.

alternative country
The Head and the Heart

The Head and the Heart

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The Head and the Heart's harmonious vocals and layered instrumentation create an expansive sound reminiscent of The Samples' style.

folk rock
Slightly Stoopid

Slightly Stoopid

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Slightly Stoopid blends rock with reggae and acoustic elements, producing a rhythmic complexity akin to that of The Samples.

reggae
Trampled by Turtles

Trampled by Turtles

Trampled by Turtles offers a mix of bluegrass and rock with intricate arrangements that evoke the same immersive feel as The Samples.

bluegrass music indie folk
Umphrey's McGee

Umphrey's McGee

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Umphrey's McGee is known for their complex compositions and genre-blending approach, mirroring the sonic exploration found in The Samples' work.

progressive rock
Phish

Phish

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Phish's improvisational style and eclectic mix of genres create an expansive musical experience that parallels the layered sounds of The Samples.

alternative rock funk rock progressive rock

Common questions

Who sounds like The Samples?

Artists similar to The Samples include Dispatch, Guster, The Avett Brothers and The Head and the Heart. Each shares elements of The Samples's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is The Samples?

The Samples is primarily known for alternative rock. The Samples create an immersive tapestry of sound where intricate rhythms intertwine with melodic layers, evoking a feeling of ebbing movement that draws listeners into their world.

Where should I start if I like The Samples?

If you enjoy The Samples, start with Dispatch — their album "Who Are We Living For?" is a great entry point. Dispatch combines intricate rhythms and melodic layering, creating a similar immersive soundscape with folk-rock influences.