Bands & artists like The White Buffalo

If you like The White Buffalo, 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 White Buffalo? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Jason Isbell

Jason Isbell

Isbell's storytelling and emotive vocal delivery resonate with the same lyrical depth and Americana roots.

country music rock music
Sturgill Simpson

Sturgill Simpson

Simpson blends country and rock with a raw intensity, similar to The White Buffalo's rhythmic pulse and lyrical weight.

country music
Chris Stapleton

Chris Stapleton

Guide

Stapleton’s powerful vocals and blues-infused Americana sound mirror the emotional gravity found in The White Buffalo's music.

country music
Hozier

Hozier

Guide

Hozier combines rich instrumentation with poignant lyrics, creating an atmospheric tension akin to The White Buffalo's style.

blues blues rock indie rock
Ryan Bingham

Ryan Bingham

Bingham’s gritty voice and folk-rock influences evoke a similar sense of catharsis through storytelling.

Americana blues
The Lone Bellow

The Lone Bellow

Their harmonies and blend of folk, rock, and soul create an emotionally charged atmosphere reminiscent of The White Buffalo.

Americana

Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats

Rateliff’s soulful delivery and blend of rock and Americana capture a similar intensity and lyrical richness.

Brandi Carlile

Brandi Carlile

Guide

Carlile's evocative songwriting and dynamic vocal range align well with the emotional themes present in The White Buffalo's work.

pop rock

Common questions

Who sounds like The White Buffalo?

Artists similar to The White Buffalo include Jason Isbell, Sturgill Simpson, Chris Stapleton and Hozier. Each shares elements of The White Buffalo's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is The White Buffalo?

The White Buffalo is primarily known for pop rock and Americana. The White Buffalo’s music pulses with rhythmic intensity and lyrical gravity, anchored by deliberate phrasing and an underlying tension that builds toward catharsis.

Where should I start if I like The White Buffalo?

If you enjoy The White Buffalo, start with Jason Isbell — their album "Sirens of the Ditch" is a great entry point. Isbell's storytelling and emotive vocal delivery resonate with the same lyrical depth and Americana roots.