If you like Wire, try these artists

If you like Wire, 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 Boomtown Rats

The Boomtown Rats

Shared genres: art punk

art punk new wave power pop
Butthole Surfers

Butthole Surfers

Shared genres: art punk

alternative rock art punk experimental music
The Velvet Underground

The Velvet Underground

Similar era

alternative rock art pop art rock
Thurston Moore

Thurston Moore

Similar era

alternative rock avant-garde music experimental rock
John Lydon

John Lydon

Same era (~2000s)

alternative dance alternative rock dance-punk
John Lennon

John Lennon

Same era (~1990s)

art rock beat music blues rock
Cabaret Voltaire

Cabaret Voltaire

Same era (~2000s)

acid house alternative dance ambient music

Common questions

Who sounds like Wire?

Artists similar to Wire include The Boomtown Rats, Butthole Surfers, Mark Mothersbaugh and The Velvet Underground. Each shares elements of Wire's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Wire?

Wire is primarily known for art punk. Wire's music pulses with taut rhythms and stark textures, creating a dense atmosphere where every sonic decision carries weight.

Where should I start if I like Wire?

If you enjoy Wire, start with The Boomtown Rats — their album "V Deep" is a great entry point. Shared genres: art punk