Bands & artists like Virgin Steele
If you like Virgin Steele, 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
Manowar
GuideKnown for their epic themes and powerful anthems, Manowar delivers a similar blend of soaring melodies and heavy instrumentation.
Blind Guardian
Their orchestral arrangements and fantasy-inspired lyrics create a dramatic soundscape reminiscent of Virgin Steele's epic style.
HammerFall
With their melodic hooks and traditional heavy metal roots, HammerFall captures the same powerful energy and anthemic choruses.
Iced Earth
GuideIced Earth's blend of aggressive riffs and storytelling lyrics aligns well with the dramatic tension found in Virgin Steele's music.
Kamelot
Kamelot combines symphonic elements with progressive metal, creating a rich tapestry of sound that echoes Virgin Steele's grandiosity.
Rhapsody of Fire
Their cinematic approach to power metal, with lush orchestrations and epic storytelling, mirrors the grand style of Virgin Steele.
DragonForce
Famous for their fast-paced guitar work and soaring vocals, DragonForce shares a similar melodic intensity and theatrical flair.
Norther
Norther blends melodic death metal with power metal influences, offering a dynamic sound that resonates with the intensity of Virgin Steele.
Common questions
Who sounds like Virgin Steele?
Artists similar to Virgin Steele include Manowar, Blind Guardian, HammerFall and Iced Earth. Each shares elements of Virgin Steele's sound while bringing their own perspective.
What genre is Virgin Steele?
Virgin Steele is primarily known for heavy metal and power metal. A tapestry of soaring melodies and thunderous rhythms gives way to epic crescendos that pulse with dramatic tension and release.
Where should I start if I like Virgin Steele?
If you enjoy Virgin Steele, start with Manowar — their album "Anthology" is a great entry point. Known for their epic themes and powerful anthems, Manowar delivers a similar blend of soaring melodies and heavy instrumentation.