Bands & artists like The Unthanks

If you like The Unthanks, 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

Le Vent du Nord

Le Vent du Nord

Shared genres: traditional folk music

Celtic folk music traditional folk music traditional québécois music
James Vincent McMorrow

James Vincent McMorrow

Shared genres: traditional folk music

folk music folk rock traditional folk music
Alash Ensemble

Alash Ensemble

Shared genres: traditional folk music

Tuvan throat singing throat singing traditional folk music
Nikolai Noskov

Nikolai Noskov

Shared genres: traditional folk music

alternative rock art rock bard song
Ismael Serrano

Ismael Serrano

Shared genres: traditional folk music

protest song traditional folk music trova
Cesk Freixas

Cesk Freixas

Shared genres: traditional folk music

popular music protest song traditional folk music
Vlasta Redl

Vlasta Redl

Shared genres: traditional folk music

folk music folk rock traditional folk music
Jake Bugg

Jake Bugg

Shared genres: traditional folk music

Americana British blues blues

Common questions

Who sounds like The Unthanks?

Artists similar to The Unthanks include Le Vent du Nord, James Vincent McMorrow, Alash Ensemble and Nikolai Noskov. Each shares elements of The Unthanks's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is The Unthanks?

The Unthanks is primarily known for traditional folk music. With a focus on rich vocal textures that intertwine with sparse instrumentation, The Unthanks create an evocative landscape characterized by lingering melodic phrases and emotive resonance.

Where should I start if I like The Unthanks?

If you enjoy The Unthanks, start with Le Vent du Nord — their album "20 printemps" is a great entry point. Shared genres: traditional folk music