Artists similar to
R.E.M.
American rock band
In short
The artists most similar to R.E.M. are Radiohead, Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers, U2 and Queen, from the same alternative rock, jangle pop and pop rock circle.
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Frequently asked questions
Which artists are similar to R.E.M.?
The artists most similar to R.E.M. are Radiohead, Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers, U2 and Queen, from the same alternative rock, jangle pop and pop 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 R.E.M.?
On Bandcamp, where you buy directly from artists and labels: Radiohead, Oasis and Depeche Mode have a page there. With Digs you create a "Like R.E.M." Dig that mixes their releases with smaller artists with the same sound.
What genre is R.E.M.?
R.E.M. is usually associated with alternative rock, jangle pop, pop rock and rock (group · US · active since 1980), according to MusicBrainz genres.
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Data: MusicBrainz · ListenBrainz (CC0) · Wikidata. Updated 5 November 2026.