Bands & artists like Twelve Foot Ninja

If you like Twelve Foot Ninja, 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

Periphery

Periphery

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Known for their complex time signatures and heavy use of polyrhythms, Periphery creates an intricate sound that mirrors Twelve Foot Ninja's dynamic shifts.

progressive metal
Animals as Leaders

Animals as Leaders

Their instrumental progressive metal features complex guitar work and rhythmic experimentation, aligning closely with the intricate soundscapes of Twelve Foot Ninja.

progressive metal
Chon

Chon

Chon's blend of progressive rock and math rock showcases intricate melodies and rhythms that resonate with the tension and groove found in Twelve Foot Ninja's music.

electronic rock jazz fusion math rock
Between the Buried and Me

Between the Buried and Me

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This band combines progressive metal with elements of jazz and hardcore, creating a diverse sonic palette similar to the adventurous spirit of Twelve Foot Ninja.

metalcore progressive metal
Haken

Haken

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Haken's use of complex arrangements and shifting dynamics in their progressive rock compositions parallels the elaborate structures found in Twelve Foot Ninja's work.

progressive metal progressive rock
The Contortionist

The Contortionist

Their seamless blend of progressive metal and ambient elements reflects a similar ability to create tension and expansive grooves akin to Twelve Foot Ninja.

progressive metal
Veil of Maya

Veil of Maya

With their aggressive yet melodic approach to progressive metalcore, Veil of Maya shares a comparable intensity and rhythmic complexity with Twelve Foot Ninja.

deathcore djent metalcore
Tesseract

Tesseract

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TesseracT’s atmospheric sound combined with heavy grooves and intricate rhythms makes them a fitting counterpart to the sonic explorations of Twelve Foot Ninja.

progressive metal

Common questions

Who sounds like Twelve Foot Ninja?

Artists similar to Twelve Foot Ninja include Periphery, Animals as Leaders, Chon and Between the Buried and Me. Each shares elements of Twelve Foot Ninja's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Twelve Foot Ninja?

Twelve Foot Ninja is primarily known for progressive rock. Their music propels forward with intricate rhythms and sudden shifts, weaving tension into expansive grooves that keep listeners on edge.

Where should I start if I like Twelve Foot Ninja?

If you enjoy Twelve Foot Ninja, start with Periphery — their album "Periphery II: This Time It's Personal" is a great entry point. Known for their complex time signatures and heavy use of polyrhythms, Periphery creates an intricate sound that mirrors Twelve Foot Ninja's dynamic shifts.