If you like Tool, try these artists

If you like Tool, 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

Swans

Swans

Shared genres: art rock, progressive rock

alternative rock art rock avant-garde music
Porcupine Tree

Porcupine Tree

Shared genres: progressive metal, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

progressive metal progressive rock psychedelic rock
Jerry Garcia

Jerry Garcia

Shared genres: progressive rock, psychedelic rock

bluegrass music blues rock folk rock
Dream Theater

Dream Theater

Shared genres: progressive metal, progressive rock

progressive metal progressive rock
Yes

Yes

Shared genres: art rock, progressive rock

art rock progressive rock symphonic rock
Spock's Beard

Spock's Beard

Shared genres: progressive metal, progressive rock

progressive metal progressive rock
Riverside

Riverside

Shared genres: progressive metal, progressive rock

progressive metal progressive rock
Opeth

Opeth

Shared genres: progressive metal, progressive rock

death metal progressive metal progressive rock

Common questions

Who sounds like Tool?

Artists similar to Tool include Swans, Porcupine Tree, Jerry Garcia and Dream Theater. Each shares elements of Tool's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Tool?

Tool is primarily known for progressive metal, progressive rock and psychedelic rock. A labyrinth of shifting rhythms and layered textures creates a compelling tension that guides listeners through an immersive auditory experience.

Where should I start if I like Tool?

If you enjoy Tool, start with Swans — their album "Soundtracks for the Blind" is a great entry point. Shared genres: art rock, progressive rock