If you like Dead Kennedys, try these artists

If you like Dead Kennedys, 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

Pete Shelley

Pete Shelley

Shared genres: punk rock

new wave pop-punk power pop
Siege

Siege

Shared genres: hardcore punk, punk rock

grindcore hardcore punk punk rock
Slime

Slime

Shared genres: hardcore punk, punk rock

hardcore punk punk rock
25 ta Life

25 ta Life

Shared genres: hardcore punk

New York hardcore beatdown hardcore hardcore punk
NOFX

NOFX

Shared genres: hardcore punk, punk rock

hardcore punk melodic hardcore pop-punk
Ratos de Porão

Ratos de Porão

Shared genres: hardcore punk

D-beat crossover thrash hardcore punk
Black Flag

Black Flag

Shared genres: hardcore punk, punk rock

hardcore punk post-hardcore punk rock
Flatfoot 56

Flatfoot 56

Shared genres: hardcore punk

Celtic punk folk punk hardcore punk

Common questions

Who sounds like Dead Kennedys?

Artists similar to Dead Kennedys include Pete Shelley, Siege, Slime and 25 ta Life. Each shares elements of Dead Kennedys's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Dead Kennedys?

Dead Kennedys is primarily known for hardcore punk. The music drives forward with relentless tempo shifts and abrasive guitar textures that evoke both chaos and clarity in its critique.

Where should I start if I like Dead Kennedys?

If you enjoy Dead Kennedys, start with Pete Shelley — their album "Homosapien" is a great entry point. Shared genres: punk rock