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.

Barney and Friends

Ben Elkanar

"Barney and Friends" is a Heavy Metal track by Ben Elkanar on SoundClick. Featuring guitar, the production has a distinctive and cohesive sound. It is 100% original and free of any third-party samples. It is a vocal-free instrumental beat, allowing for complete freedom in post-production. Written in A maj, the track draws on the key's naturally uplifting and expansive qualities. With its solid bounce rhythm, the song draws the listener in with ease. It has peaked at #24 in Metal and #9 in Heavy Metal on the SoundClick charts. Fans of Young and Cover will find "Barney and Friends" worth adding to their playlist via SoundClick.

Metal - Heavy Metal 140 BPM 4/4 No samples

CONNECT $2 $7

Skin Deep

Saldan

"Skin Deep" is a Progressive Metal track by Saldan on SoundClick. Running at 144 BPM, this is a carefully crafted Progressive Metal production. It does not contain any samples or third-party loops. No vocals are used in this instrumental beat. The musical key of E min adds an emotional depth that naturally fits the overall feel. The track has a crowd-moving quality that makes it easy to connect with. It has reached #19 on the main SoundClick Metal chart. Fans of Progressive Rock will find "Skin Deep" worth adding to their playlist via SoundClick.

Metal - Progressive Metal 144 BPM 4/8 No samples

$999

Kingslayer (Scarlxrd Type Beat, Trap Metal)

LVT8

"Kingslayer (Scarlxrd Type Beat, Trap Metal)" by LVT8 is a Rap-Metal production available on SoundClick. The tempo sits at 145 BPM, contributing to its relentless character. The production incorporates selected samples and loop elements. No vocals are used in this instrumental beat. Rooted in B♭ maj, the song carries a warm and resolved quality. With its rolling rhythm, the song draws the listener in with ease. "Kingslayer (Scarlxrd Type Beat, Trap Metal)" has peaked at number 1 on the SoundClick Rap-Metal chart. The sound of this type-beat is inspired by Heavy Metal and Scarlxrd. "Kingslayer (Scarlxrd Type Beat, Trap Metal)" can be licensed directly on SoundClick for $25.00, making it accessible for sync, content, and creative projects.

Metal - Rap-Metal 145 BPM 4/4

$25

TARGET

sairox

SoundClick artist sairox offers "TARGET", a Heavy Metal track available to license. Produced at 145 BPM, the song carries a high-octane tone. It does not contain any samples or third-party loops. No vocals are used in this instrumental beat. The choice of B maj lends the composition a bright and assured character. The track has a consistent pulse quality that makes it easy to connect with. It has reached #18 on the main SoundClick Metal chart. Looking for a heavy metal type-beat track to license? "TARGET" by sairox is available on SoundClick for $40.00.

Metal - Heavy Metal 145 BPM 4/4 No samples

$40

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