Bands & artists like Washed Out

If you like Washed Out, 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

Toro y Moi

Toro y Moi

Both artists share a lush blend of synth textures and lo-fi production, creating an airy soundscape that invites listeners to drift.

synth-pop
Neon Indian

Neon Indian

Neon Indian's music features vibrant synth layers and dreamy melodies, reminiscent of the warm, expansive feel found in Washed Out's work.

synth-pop
Tycho

Tycho

Guide

Tycho's instrumental compositions utilize ambient synths and rhythmic pulses that create immersive soundscapes akin to Washed Out's aesthetic.

ambient music
Youth Lagoon

Youth Lagoon

Youth Lagoon combines ethereal synths with introspective lyrics, crafting a sound that evokes a similar sense of nostalgia and warmth.

pop music
M83

M83

M83's expansive soundscapes and rich synth arrangements resonate with the lush textures found in Washed Out's music.

dream pop electronic music electronic rock
Wild Nothing

Wild Nothing

Wild Nothing blends jangly guitars with dreamy synths, creating a sound that complements the atmospheric qualities present in Washed Out's tracks.

dream pop indie pop indie rock
Grizzly Bear

Grizzly Bear

Grizzly Bear’s intricate harmonies and layered instrumentation provide a textured listening experience similar to the lushness of Washed Out.

psychedelic rock
Lana Del Rey

Lana Del Rey

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Lana Del Rey’s cinematic soundscapes and melancholic melodies evoke a dreamy quality that resonates with the emotive aspects of Washed Out’s music.

baroque pop dream pop indie pop

Common questions

Who sounds like Washed Out?

Artists similar to Washed Out include Toro y Moi, Neon Indian, Tycho and Youth Lagoon. Each shares elements of Washed Out's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Washed Out?

Washed Out is primarily known for synth-pop. Washed Out's music envelops listeners in undulating waves of synth textures, punctuated by rhythmic pulses that create a sensation of drifting through warm, expansive spaces.

Where should I start if I like Washed Out?

If you enjoy Washed Out, start with Toro y Moi — their album "Mahal" is a great entry point. Both artists share a lush blend of synth textures and lo-fi production, creating an airy soundscape that invites listeners to drift.