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Metal
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Metal Music Charts

The Evolution and Power of Metal Music

Metal music stands as one of the most powerful and diverse modern genres, defined by amplified distortion, fast riffs, pounding drums, and intense vocals. Emerging from heavy blues rock in the late 1960s and early 1970s, metal quickly developed into a cultural movement with countless subgenres. From the thunderous foundations of heavy metal to the raw aggression of thrash and the technical brilliance of progressive metal, this genre continues to push boundaries while inspiring generations of fans worldwide.

On SoundClick, you'll find an extensive collection of metal music spanning every major subgenre. Whether you're into the brutal force of death metal, the epic melodies of power metal, or experimental hybrids like industrial or rap-metal, our platform connects you with independent artists and underground bands driving the future of metal. Stream tracks for free, download select MP3s, and discover rising voices in the global metal scene.

Metal Music Subgenres

  • Alternative Metal - Metal fused with alternative rock, offering experimental and crossover appeal
  • Cover Songs - Reimagined classics performed with a heavy metal edge
  • Death/Black Metal - Extreme genres featuring blast beats, growled or shrieked vocals, and dark themes
  • Doom Metal - Slow, crushing riffs with bleak and atmospheric intensity
  • Goth Metal - Melodic metal enriched with gothic tones and haunting atmospheres
  • Heavy Metal - The classic sound that defined the genre with powerful riffs and soaring vocals
  • Industrial Metal - Aggressive metal blended with industrial beats and electronic elements
  • Metal Riffs and Licks - Instrumental showcases of guitar mastery and iconic riff work
  • Power Metal - Fast, melodic, and epic, often with fantasy-inspired lyrics
  • Progressive Metal - Complex and technical with dynamic song structures
  • Rap-Metal - Fusion of heavy riffs with hip-hop vocal styles
  • Thrash Metal - High-speed aggression with punk-inspired energy

Metal Music FAQ

  • Metal music is characterized by distorted guitar riffs, emphatic rhythms, powerful vocals, and high volume. Subgenres range from accessible heavy metal to extreme death and black metal styles.
  • Heavy metal and alternative metal are good entry points, offering the core sound of the genre without the extreme intensity of subgenres like death or black metal.
  • Yes. Many independent metal artists on SoundClick offer free MP3 downloads of their tracks. Just look for the download option on the artist's song page.
  • Some of the most popular subgenres include Heavy Metal, Thrash Metal, Death Metal, Black Metal, Doom Metal, Power Metal, Progressive Metal, and crossover styles like Rap-Metal and Industrial Metal.
  • Death metal is known for technical riffs, growled vocals, and themes of mortality, while black metal emphasizes atmosphere, tremolo picking, shrieked vocals, and often spiritual or nature-related themes.
Picture for song 'Chase the night' by artist 'Blue Toms Projects'
Chase the night

Blue Toms Projects

Playing blues and rock as well as we can.

Hi there. I'm playing guitar since the middle of 2002. Since the end of 2005 I'm playing with other people via  and  and also collaborate at the .
But also doing my own tunes

Metal - Progressive Metal 127 BPM 4/4

Picture for song 'Time for the reaper' by artist 'David L Mullins'
Time for the reaper

David L Mullins

I love writing songs about life, love and personal experiences as well as observing other's experiences. I love all good music, but I am a country boy at heart.

I write songs that tell a story, and I have lived long enough to have witnessed a lot of stories both good and bad. I like all good music. I write because I just enjoy it.

Metal - Doom Metal

Picture for song 'Refreshing The Tree' by artist 'GTO'
Refreshing The Tree

GTO

Welcome to the GTO Official Soundclick

Always Free High-Quality Downloads.
Let's get something straight... we are Not here to make money. We are here to make Music. 
The band is currently in studio recording tracks for their upcoming album.  All new songs are released here first so stay tuned and check back often! We love you guys!

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'DOUBLE X' by artist 'Gary Skopick's Redshift'
DOUBLE X

Gary Skopick's Redshift

Solid Rock, Metal, Progressive, Jazz, Alternative,Blues, Fusion, World, Funk, and Classical original Instrumentals Played with guitar virtuosity.

Band/artist history
Guitarist,  has remained the one constant with  over the years. Based out of the western suburbs of Chicago, the band has taken many turns in band members over the past 30 years. Drummer Dave Goode kept in touch with Gary after they met while Dave was touring as Frank Marino's drummer. This summer Dave and Gary have been collabo...

Metal - Metal Riffs and Licks No samples

Picture for song 'Armageddon' by artist 'Second Coming'
Armageddon

Second Coming

Heavy Bass and Screaming Guitar with a Driving Beat

Influenced by old school hard rock. Our trademark is heavy bass and screaming guitar.

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Come Back to Me (Remastered)' by artist 'Chubstah'
Come Back to Me (Remastered)

Chubstah

I am going to make my music again after many years stay tuned

Well, it is not much. Just me, my head, and my copy of 'Fruity Loops Studio'. These beats ARE all made by me. I only make them because I like to be creative...

Metal - Death/Black Metal

Picture for song 'Life and Death in the Cosmos' by artist 'Cosmos II'
Life and Death in the Cosmos

Cosmos II

A mainly one-person band featuring strong vocals and guitar back-up, playing a variety of songs in a rock, folk, and pop blend. The songs range from science ner

Cosmos II is the pseudonym of Alan Marscher, a professor of astronomy at Boston University. Usually, he performs alone on guitar and vocals.
The songs are all originals composed and copyrighted by Marscher. Some are 'science nerd' songs that Cosmos II performs to science students at B.U. The majority, though, are just general songs a...

Metal - Alternative Metal

Picture for song 'The Wichita Hour' by artist 'Troy Donoughue'
The Wichita Hour

Troy Donoughue

Troy Donoughue is an amateur vocalist and musician who has worked on many musical projects over the years, and has recorded and preserved many of his songs.

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Dirt Road' by artist 'Coven6'
Picture for song 'Iron Dome' by artist 'Glennbo'
Iron Dome

Glennbo

Click stuff . . .      C'mon, what are you waiting for???

Metal - Progressive Metal

Picture for song 'Krenshaw Sain - Shadow Of A Hero' by artist 'The Jayson Dyall Songbook'
Krenshaw Sain - Shadow Of A Hero

The Jayson Dyall Songbook

Various Artists Performing Songs In Various Styles Written By             Jayson Dyall

Jayson Dyall, songwriter/musician/co-producer of 
The Jay Dyall Project and The DyallTones.
Songs here are performed by Various Artists.
Anyone who would like to cover in your own style or genre any of the songs found at 
www.soundclick.com/TJDP  or at  www.soundclick.com/TheDyallTones 
are free to do so and you can also upload song onto your music page as well. 
If you would also like to record one o...

Metal - Doom Metal

Picture for song 'Totla Mad' by artist 'Bulb'
Totla Mad

Bulb

Hello! I am Bulb! Enjoy the tunes!

This is music I have written.  Some of these songs are for my band Periphery: www.myspace.com/periphery, and some are just for my solo project Bulb: www.myspace.com/iambulb, or dont have a place yet. 
Currently in Washington DC playing out with my band and attempting to make a career out of these projects!
I have also started recording bands, so if you are interested please contact me!

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Edge Of Tomorrow' by artist 'Bob Forbes'
Edge Of Tomorrow

Bob Forbes

Enjoy the music :^))

Metal - Progressive Metal

Picture for song 'WALKING DEAD' by artist 'JESUS OLDMAN'
WALKING DEAD

JESUS OLDMAN

I am Jesus Oldman. For whatever reason, I have begun to consider my mortality. Therefore. I am leaving my life's work  to SoundClick.

CATS MAKE GREAT PIZZA. See Video.
Hi World. I Am JESUS OLDMAN.
Now considering my mortality, I am leaving my music, to SoundClick. 
Entrusting them to keep it alive, even after I am gone.
Any money it will make, will go to SoundClick, not to me.
Because I did it for Love, I did it for God. 
And I Trust SoundClick, to Keep This Alive For You All. -JO

Metal - Goth Metal

Picture for song 'Unbroken Soul' by artist 'THE COMA'
Unbroken Soul

THE COMA

THE COMA is a side project from Tommy Gardner and Johnny Gardner, who both are members of the Los Angeles based band Machines of agony.

Metal - Alternative Metal

Picture for song 'Vater' by artist 'MikeSeven'
Vater

MikeSeven

Mike Seven makes music to have fun. Its balm for the Soul

...from Germany...near Stuttgart

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Blood From The Dragon' by artist 'Swampman And The Machine'
Blood From The Dragon

Swampman And The Machine

Keeping The Blues Alive

Like the name states I am a one man show just me on guitar and some drum machines for backing track ;)

Metal - Progressive Metal

Picture for song 'A New Beginning (guitar cover)' by artist 'Aegis of Clarity'
A New Beginning (guitar cover)

Aegis of Clarity

Welcome to my guitar practice space. Covering metal songs, mainly Dream Theater and Children of Bodom! :)

This page serves as a personal archive of guitar practice recordings.
All tracks are non-commercial cover performances created for educational and practice purposes only.
All rights to the original compositions, recordings, and trademarks are fully owned by their respective copyright holders.
No copyright infringement is intended.

Metal - Progressive Metal

Picture for song 'AUFGEWACHT' by artist 'WITHOUT E'
AUFGEWACHT

WITHOUT E

WITHOUT E is the result of many gigs with the guitar without the E-string. Because of playing hard and long.

The main Band named WITHOUT E exists since 1994 in the constellation:
- R. Schrauf and V. Tavares -
In the past, various musicians had the pleasure to complete the band experience in a lot of songs and sessions. 
Many thanks to: Andrea K., H. Kramer, Alex A., J. Ewald, Dr. C. Hohn, Judith H., S. Cedl, A. Rycoll, Marleen, -TRAP 5-, Julian S., T. Schoenfelder, M. Leck, K. Kraft [in ca...

Metal - Heavy Metal 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Shadows Of Bitter Grief' by artist 'Of The North'
Shadows Of Bitter Grief

Of The North

A new direction for me as regards genre. Have in the past created music in various genre's such as classical, techno, drum n bass and so forth

Metal - Goth Metal

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