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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 'I am Angry' by artist 'Crucethus'
I am Angry

Crucethus

Electronic sounds of  intelligent, hard, deep, and soulful, Acid-house, Ambient, and rock songs

Crucethus is an electronic project of Stylish sounds and funky rythyms.  Trance, House, Electronica,  Deep progresive synths and guitar sounds.  Steve Walther writes and records all the songs, but also has collaborated with some great independent artists.  Thanks to the Internet I have been able to reach out beyond the US and Canada into the world to hear new ideas.

Metal - Industrial Metal

Picture for song 'Armageddom' by artist 'Cruzada'
Armageddom

Cruzada

Larga vida al Rock

Grupo de Heavy Metal de Barcelona, España.
Jordi -Voz, Francisco Angel -Guitarra, David Amero -Guitarra, Chuky -Bajo, Paco -Bateria.

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Last breath final' by artist 'Djontmorales'
Last breath final

Djontmorales

Djont but also metalcore

Metal - Metal Riffs and Licks

Picture for song 'Chiva' by artist 'Third World Citizen'
Chiva

Third World Citizen

Third World Citizen was an intense heavy metal band based in Mobile Alabama from 1995 to 1998 and based in San Diego from 1998 to the band's demise in 2000. The band released two CDs in that time, 'In the Shadow of the Man' in 1996 and 'Burden' in 1998. Core members included Brad Huddleston on guitar, Nick Morris on drums, Jody Sapp on vocals and a slew of different bass players including Johnnie Burnett, Mike Evans, Cory ??? and Drew Korbe.

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song '3. Host To Hostile' by artist 'E.N.D. (Band)'
3. Host To Hostile

E.N.D. (Band)

tech groove / hardcore / thrash metal

In late 1996, first line-up of E.N.D. (Evil Never Dies) was gathered for their first rehearsal in Zadar/Croatia. They started as a hardcore band but moved towards metal as years went by. Today, the style they grew is based on experimenting with many extreme metal and hardcore subgenres. Complex grooves, downtuned chugs, thrashy riffs and hardcore vibes, wrapped in their signature style, is something that can be recognized from miles away. 
Experience tha...

Metal - Thrash Metal

Picture for song 'polyrhythm' by artist 'Paulinaortothemax'
polyrhythm

Paulinaortothemax

Its just me and my music... not actually a band... suckers...

Metal - Alternative Metal

Picture for song 'Handshakes with Heartbreak' by artist 'SimonPowellRecording'
Handshakes with Heartbreak

SimonPowellRecording

Purchase beats using the website link!!

Hi, I'm Simon, a professional sound engineer!
I have an degree Music Tech, and 12 years of professional studio expreience from various genres, also, spending time as a sound engineer on the live circuit.
I have a wealth of knowledge about  sound and general musicianship, including; songwriting, voiceover acting, producing, editing mixing and mastering, as well as soundscapes, specialising in foley and SFX.
I know what's needed to make sure your proje...

Metal - Alternative Metal

Picture for song 'The One' by artist 'The Black Hole Band'
Picture for song 'Fuck Yo System' by artist 'Dj Voltans'
Fuck Yo System

Dj Voltans

Artistically Amazing Music here, - Enjoy! :)

Making music since 1996. Mostly Techno, Electronic, Rap and Pop.
I'm using Reason 13 + FL Studio (VST) as a primary tool with some gear included. Loving to put some energy and drive into my beats.

Metal - Rap-Metal

Picture for song 'Misfit (Prod. PsYcHoSmOkEr)' by artist 'Psycho Metal'
Misfit (Prod. PsYcHoSmOkEr)

Psycho Metal

I Am Psycho Metal aka PsYcHoSmOkEr  i Produce Beats, Vocals, Guitars bass and Drums  Independent and Underground i take inspirations from a lot of genres

Psycho Metal - Created By Heath Bryant in 2008,
Members:
Heath Bryant:
Mark Bryant:

Metal - Rap-Metal

Picture for song 'Future Looking Grimm' by artist 'SGMUSIC Original'
Future Looking Grimm

SGMUSIC Original

Welcome to my channel  ENJOY!!!  My music is all over the place a lot off different genres or mix together. check out my YouTube also for support. thanks

Metal - Rap-Metal

Picture for song 'Snowflake' by artist 'Polybius'
Snowflake

Polybius


Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'dream evil' by artist 'bleeding darkness 88'
dream evil

bleeding darkness 88

underground death-black metal, most songs are about non-conformist and deal with government oppression we are against the system, despise injustice. the band-wa

Metal - Death/Black Metal

Picture for song 'Shit' by artist 'Thomas von Zig'
Picture for song 'Individuality' by artist 'Shatmerat'
Individuality

Shatmerat

coccium music

Metal - Alternative Metal

Picture for song '(demo)darkened heart' by artist 'mAd goNe maD'
(demo)darkened heart

mAd goNe maD

Music is life. Life is music.

Metal - Alternative Metal

Picture for song 'Draught' by artist 'MELANCORE'
Draught

MELANCORE

Melancore plays Heavy Metal Music & More. Founded by R. Meinwolf in 2000.

Metal - Alternative Metal

Picture for song 'Turning Point (Remix)' by artist 'Th3rd Degree'
Turning Point (Remix)

Th3rd Degree

:)

I play guitar in a technical death metal band. These are songs I record at home, by myself, just for fun.

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Stop Judging My 'Only God Can Judge Me Tattoo' (It' by artist 'ARC83 v2.0'
Stop Judging My 'Only God Can Judge Me Tattoo' (It

ARC83 v2.0


Metal - Alternative Metal

Picture for song 'Heavy' by artist 'KlockworKMetalTracks'
Heavy

KlockworKMetalTracks

I make metal instrumentals and sell them. Hope you enjoy what you hear.

Metal - Rap-Metal