Artists similar to
Placebo
UK alternative rock band
In short
The artists most similar to Placebo are Radiohead, Muse, Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers and The Smashing Pumpkins, from the same alternative rock, indie rock and rock circle.
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Frequently asked questions
Which artists are similar to Placebo?
The artists most similar to Placebo are Radiohead, Muse, Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers and The Smashing Pumpkins, from the same alternative rock, indie rock and rock circle. The list comes from ListenBrainz, based on what people actually listen to, and includes 30 artists.
Where can I listen to music like Placebo?
On Bandcamp, where you buy directly from artists and labels: Radiohead, Oasis, Franz Ferdinand, Depeche Mode, R.E.M. and System of a Down have a page there. With Digs you create a "Like Placebo" Dig that mixes their releases with smaller artists with the same sound.
What genre is Placebo?
Placebo is usually associated with alternative rock, indie rock, rock and pop rock (group · GB · active since 1994), according to MusicBrainz genres.
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Data: MusicBrainz · ListenBrainz (CC0) · Wikidata. Updated 5 November 2026.