If you like Metallica, try these artists

If you like Metallica, 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

Massacration

Massacration

Shared genres: heavy metal, thrash metal

comedy rock glam metal heavy metal
Ozzy Osbourne

Ozzy Osbourne

Shared genres: heavy metal

doom metal glam metal hard rock
Rob Zombie

Rob Zombie

Shared genres: heavy metal

alternative metal groove metal hard rock
Lordi

Lordi

Shared genres: heavy metal

hard rock heavy metal pop metal
Alice Cooper

Alice Cooper

Shared genres: heavy metal

classic rock garage rock glam metal
Angel Dust

Angel Dust

Shared genres: heavy metal, thrash metal

heavy metal power metal progressive metal
Ugly Kid Joe

Ugly Kid Joe

Shared genres: heavy metal

alternative metal alternative rock funk metal
Marty Friedman

Marty Friedman

Shared genres: thrash metal

J-pop enka neo-classical metal

Common questions

Who sounds like Metallica?

Artists similar to Metallica include Massacration, Ozzy Osbourne, Rob Zombie and Lordi. Each shares elements of Metallica's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Metallica?

Metallica is primarily known for heavy metal and thrash metal. Their music drives forward with aggressive rhythmic precision, layering explosive dynamics over tightly woven guitar work that builds tension before erupting into cathartic release.

Where should I start if I like Metallica?

If you enjoy Metallica, start with Massacration — their album "Good Blood Headbanguers" is a great entry point. Shared genres: heavy metal, thrash metal