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[2025] Start Here First! A Roundup of Recommended Western Post-Rock Bands

Have you ever heard the term “post-rock”? As the name suggests, it’s a music genre that deviates from the basic style of rock, captivating listeners with experimental sounds and a grand sonic landscape.

Its definition is vague and approaches vary by band, but its unique world—combining live instruments like guitar and drums with electronic elements—can be utterly addictive once you hear it.

In this article, we’ll introduce famous overseas bands that let you experience the true allure of post-rock.

If you’ve recently become interested in this genre, be sure to check them out.

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[2025] Start Here First! A Roundup of Recommended Western Post-Rock Bands
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1eastAscension DayTalk TalkTalk Talk pioneered post-rock
2eastNever meantAmerican FootballThe reunion and influence of the legendary emo-core band
3eastAbsent FriendBark PsychosisInnovative music produced in a church basement
4eastTNTTortoiseThe music of Tortoise, the standard-bearers of post-rock
5eastBreathturnHammockHammock, a dreamy guitar music duo
6eastThe Lost YouHoodFood, an experimental band that transcends sonic boundaries
7eastYour Hand In MineExplosions in the skyFrom Texas, a roaring post-rock band
8eastKinoshitaFridgeFridge, a band that fuses electronic music and post-rock.
9eastA Gallant GentlemanWe Lost The SeaAn Australian post-rock band that expresses emotions through sound
10eastMogwai fear SatanMogwaiThe appeal of Mogwai, a leading post-rock band
11eastAngels Standing Guard ‘Round the Side of Your BedA Silver Mt ZionA post-rock band with a soul-stirring cry
12eastLast Day of WinterPELICANA grand musical world painted in rich, resonant tones
13eastBible Silver CornerRodanA legendary rock band with a big impact in a short time
14eastGnosisRussian CirclesRussian Circles, music that is both weighty and delicate
15eastGently Turned On Your HeadThe Mercury ProgramIntricate rhythms and the soothing sound of the vibraphone
16eastHoppipollaSigur RósA band from Iceland with a beautiful sonic world
17eastWater from the Same SourceRachel’sA tranquil soundscape for cello and piano
18eastEast HastingsGodspeed You! Black EmperorAn experimental music band from Canada with a large lineup
19eastAtlasBattlesA four-member band that gained attention for its innovative music
20eastGood Morning CaptainSlintSlint are pioneers of post-rock.
21eastLimerickBardo PondA psychedelic band where thunderous noise and fantasy converge
22eastDisaffectedPiano MagicA music collective with a fluid lineup
23eastIn RiversTracer AMCEmotion-stirring post-rock from Northern Ireland
24eastFire Back About Your New Baby’s SexDon CaballeroA pioneering math rock band
25eastHoloceneBon IverIndie folk band Bon Iver
26eastRetreat! Retreat!65daysofstaticInnovative post-rock from Sheffield
27eastEverything’s FuckedDirty ThreeA jazz-influenced Australian trio band
28eastIts All About Right ThenGhost & VodkaA short-lived emo band that influenced musicians
29eastUniverse peoplesHiMDoug Scharin’s post-rock band
30eastWeekendThe Sea and CakeElectronic music from bands related to Tortoise
31eastReplacement DriverSaxon ShoreThe music of Saxon Shore is beautiful.
32eastNights WaveMice ParadeAdam Pierce's solo unit music
33eastThe Season ReverseGastr del SolThe birth of Tortoise, a legendary post-rock band
34eastAnother LanguageThis Will Destroy YouPost-rock from Texas, a grandiose sonic world
35eastThe Wire, The Rag and The PayoffBrokebackA rock band of the Chicago school of sound
36eastSlow FocusFuck ButtonsAn experimental music duo beyond electronica
37eastthe mind of minoltaPelePost-rock band Causal: breakup and reunion
38eastShowroomsSam PrekopPhotographer Sam Prekop’s solo musical activities
39eastThe MpThe Album LeafA solo project of electronic sounds and beautiful melodies
40eastIf I Sit Still, Maybe I’ll Get Out of HereTTNGA British rock band known for intricate guitar work and irregular time signatures
41eastBeneath the UndertowIsotope 217A Chicago post-rock band with a jazz-oriented approach
42eastBuilding PeaksTristezaEthereal, floating guitar sound of post-rock
43eastthe crunchThe Dylan GroupThe predecessor band of Mice Parade restarts
44eastA Tender History in RustDo Make Say ThinkAn eight-member jazz-style band from Toronto
45eastne mosquitoes passJanne Da ArcKinsella older brother’s unique musical activities
46eastSharks & SailorsJune Of 44Fusing post-rock, jazz, and hardcore
47eastHurry up, we’re dreamingM83M83's uniquely nostalgic music