Bands & artists like The Shoes

If you like The Shoes, 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

Two Door Cinema Club

Two Door Cinema Club

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With infectious hooks and driving guitar riffs, Two Door Cinema Club captures a lively energy akin to The Shoes' dynamic sound.

electropop indie rock
Passion Pit

Passion Pit

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Passion Pit combines electronic elements with indie rock, creating an energetic atmosphere that aligns well with The Shoes' rhythmic pulse.

synth-pop
MGMT

MGMT

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MGMT's use of catchy choruses and layered instrumentation resonates with the vibrant tension found in The Shoes' music.

electronica neo-psychedelia progressive rock
Tame Impala

Tame Impala

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Tame Impala's psychedelic pop sound features driving grooves and lush production, echoing the emotional depth present in The Shoes' tracks.

alternative rock dream pop indie rock
Vampire Weekend

Vampire Weekend

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Vampire Weekend's eclectic instrumentation and upbeat melodies provide a similar fusion of rock and pop that fans of The Shoes would appreciate.

alternative rock
Foster the People

Foster the People

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Foster the People's blend of indie pop-rock with catchy hooks mirrors the engaging soundscape crafted by The Shoes.

alternative rock indie pop
The 1975

The 1975

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The 1975's mix of pop sensibilities with rock influences creates an energetic vibe that parallels the driving rhythms of The Shoes.

alternative rock indie pop indie rock
Chvrches

Chvrches

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Chvrches combines synth-pop elements with rock influences, producing a vibrant sound that complements the emotional resonance found in The Shoes' music.

indietronica synth-pop

Common questions

Who sounds like The Shoes?

Artists similar to The Shoes include Two Door Cinema Club, Passion Pit, MGMT and Tame Impala. Each shares elements of The Shoes's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is The Shoes?

The Shoes is primarily known for rock music. The Shoes’ music pulses with driving rhythms and catchy hooks, maintaining a vibrant tension that propels each track forward while leaving space for emotional resonance.

Where should I start if I like The Shoes?

If you enjoy The Shoes, start with Two Door Cinema Club — their album "False Alarm" is a great entry point. With infectious hooks and driving guitar riffs, Two Door Cinema Club captures a lively energy akin to The Shoes' dynamic sound.