Artists similar to
Dream Theater
In short
The artists most similar to Dream Theater are Metallica, Iron Maiden, Pink Floyd, Opeth and Megadeth, from the same progressive metal, metal and heavy metal circle.
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Frequently asked questions
Which artists are similar to Dream Theater?
The artists most similar to Dream Theater are Metallica, Iron Maiden, Pink Floyd, Opeth and Megadeth, from the same progressive metal, metal and heavy metal circle. The list comes from ListenBrainz, based on what people actually listen to, and includes 30 artists.
Where can I listen to music like Dream Theater?
On Bandcamp, where you buy directly from artists and labels: System of a Down, Porcupine Tree, Radiohead, Nightwish and In Flames have a page there. With Digs you create a "Like Dream Theater" Dig that mixes their releases with smaller artists with the same sound.
What genre is Dream Theater?
Dream Theater is usually associated with progressive metal, metal, heavy metal and progressive (group · US · active since 1985), according to MusicBrainz genres.
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Data: MusicBrainz · ListenBrainz (CC0) · Wikidata. Updated 2 November 2026.