Bands & artists like YUP

If you like YUP, 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

The Mars Volta

The Mars Volta

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Their complex compositions and dynamic shifts create a similarly dense atmosphere, blending progressive rock with experimental elements.

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Porcupine Tree

Porcupine Tree

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Known for their intricate arrangements and atmospheric soundscapes, they share a penchant for rhythmic complexity and emotional depth.

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King Crimson

King Crimson

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Pioneers of progressive rock, their use of unconventional time signatures and layered instrumentation resonates with YUP's style.

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Dream Theater

Dream Theater

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Their technical proficiency and elaborate song structures mirror YUP's intricate rhythmic patterns and dynamic shifts.

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Gentle Giant

Gentle Giant

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Their innovative approach to progressive rock features complex harmonies and rhythms that align closely with YUP's sonic explorations.

progressive rock
Rush

Rush

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With their blend of hard rock and progressive elements, they offer intricate musicianship and thematic depth similar to YUP.

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Opeth

Opeth

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Their fusion of progressive rock with metal includes dense atmospheres and shifting dynamics that echo YUP's sound.

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Spock's Beard

Spock's Beard

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They combine melodic hooks with complex arrangements, creating a rich tapestry of sound akin to YUP's music.

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Common questions

Who sounds like YUP?

Artists similar to YUP include The Mars Volta, Porcupine Tree, King Crimson and Dream Theater. Each shares elements of YUP's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is YUP?

YUP is primarily known for progressive rock. YUP's music pulses with intricate rhythmic patterns and shifting dynamics, creating a dense atmosphere that propels listeners through a labyrinth of sound.

Where should I start if I like YUP?

If you enjoy YUP, start with The Mars Volta — their album "Frances the Mute" is a great entry point. Their complex compositions and dynamic shifts create a similarly dense atmosphere, blending progressive rock with experimental elements.