If you like Run-DMC, try these artists

If you like Run-DMC, 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.

East Coast hip-hop hardcore hip-hop rap rock

Artists to try next

Eminem

Shared genres: hardcore hip-hop, rap rock

Midwest hip-hop comedy hip-hop dirty rap

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Infinite

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Cypress Hill

Shared genres: hardcore hip-hop, rap rock

Latin hip-hop West Coast hip-hop alternative hip-hop

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Rise Up

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Everlast

Shared genres: hardcore hip-hop, rap rock

alternative hip-hop alternative rock blues

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Eat at Whitey's

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Ice-T

Shared genres: hardcore hip-hop, rap rock

West Coast hip-hop gangsta rap golden age hip-hop

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O.G. Original Gangster

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Esham

Shared genres: hardcore hip-hop, rap rock

Midwest hip-hop hardcore hip-hop horrorcore

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Sacrificial Lambz

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B-Real

Shared genres: hardcore hip-hop, rap rock

West Coast hip-hop hardcore hip-hop nu metal

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Smoke n Mirrors

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Wu-Tang Clan

Shared genres: East Coast hip-hop, hardcore hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop gangsta rap hardcore hip-hop

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Once Upon a Time in Shaolin

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Nas

Shared genres: East Coast hip-hop, hardcore hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop alternative hip-hop boom bap

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King's Disease III

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Common questions

Who sounds like Run-DMC?

Artists similar to Run-DMC include Eminem, Cypress Hill, Everlast and Ice-T. Each shares elements of Run-DMC's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Run-DMC?

Run-DMC is primarily known for hardcore hip-hop, East Coast hip-hop and rap rock. The relentless groove drives forward with sharp beats and assertive vocal exchanges that command attention while creating an infectious momentum.

Where should I start if I like Run-DMC?

If you enjoy Run-DMC, start with Eminem — their album "Infinite" is a great entry point. Shared genres: hardcore hip-hop, rap rock