Bands & artists like Yawning Man

If you like Yawning Man, 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 Yawning Man? Start with our listening guide.

Still working through Yawning Man? See which albums to start with.

Artists to try next

EARTH

EARTH

Known for their droning soundscapes and heavy use of repetition, Earth creates a meditative atmosphere similar to Yawning Man's expansive grooves.

J-pop pop music
Sleep

Sleep

With their slow, heavy riffs and hypnotic rhythms, Sleep embodies the stoner rock aesthetic that resonates with Yawning Man's sonic landscapes.

alternative hip-hop
Kyuss

Kyuss

As pioneers of the desert rock sound, Kyuss share a similar heavy yet expansive approach to rhythm and melody that fans of Yawning Man will appreciate.

stoner metal stoner rock
Bongripper

Bongripper

Bongripper's instrumental compositions often feature long, immersive tracks that create a deep, meditative experience reminiscent of Yawning Man's work.

doom metal
The Black Angels

The Black Angels

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Their blend of psychedelic rock with spacious production and driving rhythms aligns well with the atmospheric qualities found in Yawning Man's music.

psychedelic rock
Fu Manchu

Fu Manchu

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Fu Manchu's heavy guitar riffs and laid-back grooves provide a stoner rock vibe that complements the expansive soundscapes of Yawning Man.

stoner rock
All Them Witches

All Them Witches

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All Them Witches explore a mix of psychedelia and stoner rock, creating rich atmospheres that echo the meditative qualities present in Yawning Man's music.

blues rock
Clutch

Clutch

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Clutch combines bluesy rock with stoner elements, offering rhythmic grooves and lyrical storytelling that can resonate with fans of Yawning Man.

blues rock hard rock stoner rock

Common questions

Who sounds like Yawning Man?

Artists similar to Yawning Man include EARTH, Sleep, Kyuss and Bongripper. Each shares elements of Yawning Man's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Yawning Man?

Yawning Man is primarily known for stoner rock. The music breathes with spacious grooves and undulating rhythms that create a meditative pulse, allowing for moments of tension and release within an expansive sonic landscape.

Where should I start if I like Yawning Man?

If you enjoy Yawning Man, start with EARTH — their album "Bright Tomorrow" is a great entry point. Known for their droning soundscapes and heavy use of repetition, Earth creates a meditative atmosphere similar to Yawning Man's expansive grooves.