If you like Deep Purple, try these artists

If you like Deep Purple, 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

Emerson, Lake & Palmer

Emerson, Lake & Palmer

Shared genres: progressive rock, psychedelic rock

art rock experimental rock jazz rock
Porcupine Tree

Porcupine Tree

Shared genres: progressive rock, psychedelic rock

progressive metal progressive rock psychedelic rock
Rainbow

Rainbow

Shared genres: hard rock, traditional heavy metal

album-oriented rock hard rock neo-classical metal
Soft Machine

Soft Machine

Shared genres: progressive rock, psychedelic rock

Canterbury scene jazz rock progressive rock
Jerry Garcia

Jerry Garcia

Shared genres: progressive rock, psychedelic rock

bluegrass music blues rock folk rock
The Guess Who

The Guess Who

Shared genres: classic rock, hard rock, progressive rock

blues rock classic rock folk rock
Tool

Tool

Shared genres: progressive rock, psychedelic rock

alternative metal art rock progressive metal
Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury

Shared genres: classic rock, hard rock, progressive rock

classic rock classical crossover disco

Common questions

Who sounds like Deep Purple?

Artists similar to Deep Purple include Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Porcupine Tree, Rainbow and Soft Machine. Each shares elements of Deep Purple's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Deep Purple?

Deep Purple is primarily known for hard rock, progressive rock and psychedelic rock. The music is characterized by driving rhythms and explosive guitar lines that build tension before releasing into soaring melodies.

Where should I start if I like Deep Purple?

If you enjoy Deep Purple, start with Emerson, Lake & Palmer — their album "Black Moon" is a great entry point. Shared genres: progressive rock, psychedelic rock