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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 'Scaphism (The Boats)' by artist 'Augmentation'
Scaphism (The Boats)

Augmentation

Augmentation is the project of former Black Oxygen guitarist and co-founder of M.O.E. Studios, Brad Schubert.

Augmentation is an 'absolute music' project.   The sound is a mixture of various metal sub genres, ambience and incorporates the flowing composition of classical music.

Metal - Death/Black Metal

Picture for song 'Shadows Crawl' by artist 'AuDioChosis - Steven F. Allen - AuDio MiRage'
Shadows Crawl

AuDioChosis - Steven F. Allen - AuDio MiRage

Audiochosis , Steven F. Allen, and Audio Mirage are projects released on the Memory Stain Recording label. Compositions, Sound Designs, and Field Recordings.

In short, Steven F. Allen (Audiochosis) is an artist who creates evocative and sometimes unsettling soundscapes, pushing the boundaries of electronic music. 
 With over 271,000 plays to date, Allen's music has been featured in Podcasts, YouTube Videos, Video Games and samples in other artists songs.
 Audiochosis - Steven F. Allen allow...

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'sei glücklich' by artist 'Wolkensturm'
sei glücklich

Wolkensturm

EInfach jemand der gerne Lieder Schreibt und umsetzt.

Ich habe mein eigenen Stil. Ich möchte irgendwie auch Neues , Modernes, aber auch etwas Umsetzen, was es so noch nicht gibt ,oder was Selten zu hören gibt. Ich bin noch unendeckt, jedoch kommt bald die Zeit für die Bühne und da werde ich mit euch zusammen Abrocken!

Metal - Alternative Metal

Picture for song 'Sign of the Wolf' by artist 'GwB'
Sign of the Wolf

GwB

Guys with Beer

We are Guys With Beer

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song '2LIVIZ2BLEED' by artist 'JUGGRNAUT'
2LIVIZ2BLEED

JUGGRNAUT

JUGGRNAUT is a Multi-instrumentalist/vocalist in the progressive metal genre.

Metal - Progressive Metal

Picture for song 'Clam Dam' by artist 'Minneapolis Delirium Tremor'
Clam Dam

Minneapolis Delirium Tremor

Delerium Tremor, Minneapolis filth.

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'the Kind that Kill' by artist 'Mordacious 99''
the Kind that Kill

Mordacious 99'

death metal

Death metal from the mid ninties

Metal - Death/Black Metal

Picture for song 'Enter The Valar' by artist 'Shintuza'
Enter The Valar

Shintuza

Industrial,Metal,ambient AND Drum&Bass, with guitars and atmospheric pads... sad Melodies.. and dark passages

Industrial,Metal and Drum&Bass, with guitars and atmospheric pads... sad Melodies.. and dark passages.Welcome to The Other Side...feels something different...shares and enjoys the Darkness...

Metal - Industrial Metal

Picture for song 'In Her Embrace' by artist 'Torspo'
In Her Embrace

Torspo


Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Violence' by artist 'Madlife'
Violence

Madlife

What is Madlife?
Madlife: is as harsh as the world we live in. Madlife is what everything else isn’t  cool. There is no whining in this band’s audio assault. Inside Madlife's music you’ll find powerful vocals, aggressive guitars, and industrial sounding technology. Bands such as Ministry, White Zombie, NIN, KMFDM, and more recently Rammstein and Static X have helped to influence the creations of Madlife.
Madlife has released a 7-song EP that was recorded and produced by the highly respected St...

Metal - Industrial Metal

Picture for song 'Immortal' by artist 'Dandelium'
Immortal

Dandelium

Symphonic Metal band with some influences of Epica, Danny Elfmann, Hans Zimmer....

Dandelium is a spanish Symphonic Metal project.
The actual composer is Erik Monsonis, a 17-year-old guy.
They have some Epica, Nightwish, Danny Elfmann, Hans Zimmer and Rammstein influences (not that much)... 
So they make some kind of 'Soundtrack' Metal, mixed with powerful choirs and guitars.

Metal - Goth Metal

Picture for song 'Born Again' by artist 'A F Sherlock'
Born Again

A F Sherlock

All songs posted are my own.  I write, play all instruments(or program them), sing, and do the final production.

Metal - Alternative Metal

Picture for song 'Imposing Visage' by artist 'Deep Fryer'
Imposing Visage

Deep Fryer


Metal - Industrial Metal

Picture for song 'In God We Thrust' by artist 'Skinflick'
In God We Thrust

Skinflick

Industrial rock mayhem

Dark and atmospheric, industrial and heavy
Come join us on

Metal - Industrial Metal

Picture for song 'A New Beginning' by artist 'Vile Order'
A New Beginning

Vile Order

We are melodic hardcore metal.  The band is a mix of powerful riffs and melodic melodies.

Vile Order is:
Matt Yaga - Vocals
Gerald Walsh - Bass
Joe Hendrickson - Guitar
Matt Bloomquist - Drums

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Flowers in a Book' by artist 'Peter J Manson III'
Flowers in a Book

Peter J Manson III

Hello, I am a composer hobbyist. I have been mixing and mastering various music since the late 1900's :) around 1998. Rock, metal, folk, and electronic.

My favorite instrument is guitar but I started experimenting with  piano music when I was child. I still remember playing my aunts piano like it was yesterday. Later in my teen years I picked up a guitar and now I have a collection. I work in the reaper DAW exclusively. Previous I used fruity loops.

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'TRAUMATIZED' by artist 'bootsybrootal'
TRAUMATIZED

bootsybrootal

i fux wit that weird shit

ADVISORY: EXPLICIT LYRICS
Bootsybrootal is an underground solo project of diverse, dark, and twisted experimental. 
Incorporating multiple genres into a blend of chaos, no song sounds similar and is all original. 
All instrumentals, vocals, and production by bootsybrootal. All songs copyrighted.
Merely made to pacify boredom, nothing serious, just here to share.
DISCLAIMER: For entertainment purposes only, bootsybrootal is not responsible for your actions.

Metal - Death/Black Metal

Picture for song 'Beneath The Waves' by artist 'Jaeforte Voxcom Music'
Beneath The Waves

Jaeforte Voxcom Music

Voxcom Music is the sonic home of producer and composer Jaeforte.

Jaeforte - Voxcom Music
Voxcom Music is the sonic home of producer and composer Jaeforte, also known as Jimmy G. is a visionary creator dedicated to pushing musical boundaries. As the driving force behind Voxcom Music, and JG Audiowerks, he curates a diverse soundscape that blends multiple genres, showcasing a wide range of artists and innovative productions.
With a deep passion for music and a keen ear for unique sounds, Jae...

Metal - Progressive Metal

Picture for song 'Leave it to tweaker' by artist 'Machines of Agony'
Leave it to tweaker

Machines of Agony

Music is full of tradition. Whether its an inspiring tune or a commitment to write music from the heart, the band members of  Los Angeles based metal band Mach

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song '465 Buck Buck' by artist 'Step Daddy J J Child'
465 Buck Buck

Step Daddy J J Child

West Coast Rapper Step Daddy J from Broadmoor Richmond BC

Hey this is Step Daddy J ! I am a rapper from Broadmour Richmond BC .
Rap music is my life ! Rapping on the mic , making beats , taking awesome pictures , listening to other rappers around the globe and listening to the tightest beats !
I've made so much music in my life !! My old records where fun and unique . I want to have my own professional studio so I can keep the hits coming and have the hits sound professional grade ..
I fir...

Metal - Doom Metal

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