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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 '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 Other No samples

Picture for song 'Nowhere to Hide' by artist 'David L Mullins'
Nowhere to Hide

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 Other

Picture for song '"broken dreams" 2 17 26' by artist 'John Lobello'
"broken dreams" 2 17 26

John Lobello

writer/artist     (acoustic/electric/eclectic)

Metal - Rap-Metal Other No samples

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 Other

Picture for song 'SINS OF THE MIND' by artist 'Ulveskare'
SINS OF THE MIND

Ulveskare

Lots of new music hitting the page! Come take a listen. As always, you can name your price to download the albums.

Project band from Idaho. Tim Scott: Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Programing. Mike Scott: Computer wizardry production and engineering. Tim is always working on new material and will always release it here first!

Metal - Thrash Metal Other

Picture for song 'A Naval Effigy' by artist 'L-Lementz'
A Naval Effigy

L-Lementz

Experimental alternative-metal/metalcore.

Experimental alternative-metal/metalcore project based out of Sacramento, California. It is currently a solo project, but it is planned to be transformed into a full-sized band as the forthcoming debut EP is further in progress.

Metal - Alternative Metal Other

Picture for song 'Bonefire - Strangled Red' by artist 'BONEFIRE'
Bonefire - Strangled Red

BONEFIRE

Heavy/Gothic/Punk/Metal

Veteran HEAVY/GOTHIC/PUNK/METAL collective featuring 1/2 of the band MISERY (MN) along with constituents of IN BLACK PRINT (MN) and SAI U DROM (MN/NY).

Metal - Goth Metal Other

Picture for song 'Manitou' by artist 'High-C (8-Bit Syndicate)'
Manitou

High-C (8-Bit Syndicate) ,   OG DON VITO

Bushwick Bill wants to talk to Third Bass.

I'm not Bushwick Bill. I don't want to talk to Third Bass.

Metal - Rap-Metal Other

Picture for song '10 Tombstone' by artist 'Alex Tyte'
10 Tombstone

Alex Tyte

Independent Instrumental Artist who loves to make music.

Metal - Alternative Metal Other

Picture for song 'Tactique' by artist 'Whole World Freakaz'
Tactique

Whole World Freakaz

La vie est trop courte pour s'en faire un enfer.    La vie est bien trop longue pour ne jamais rien en faire.

D.I.Y Project.
From music composition and mixing, 2D & 3D drawing, animation to video editing.

Metal - Industrial Metal Other No samples

Picture for song 'You Ain't Touchin' Me - Skinny V - Beat Produced b' by artist 'Skinny V'
You Ain't Touchin' Me - Skinny V - Beat Produced b

Skinny V ,   Ryini Beats

Independant recording artist.  Experienced and talented producer, composer and song writer.  Home based music studio producing for other local artists.

Metal - Rap-Metal 90 BPM Other

Picture for song 'Eat The Crown' by artist 'Cory Evans'
Eat The Crown

Cory Evans

Pop meets metal. Think Poppy with a glitch.

I make genre-bending music that blends electropop, dance-pop, disco and metal; often in the same track. If you're into artists like Poppy, Grimes, or BABYMETAL, you'll probably feel at home here. My vocals are AI-powered, but the creative vision is all human-sharp, emotional, and experimental. (I write the songs; the vocals themselves are AI though). Whether it's a heavy scream in the bridge or a catchy pop hook, I aim to keep things unpredictable.

Metal - Progressive Metal Other No samples

Picture for song 'Heavymetal X Trap Beat (Opium Type Beat)' by artist 'Prod.V.'
Heavymetal X Trap Beat (Opium Type Beat)

Prod.V.

I make cool Beats (a little bit more experimental tho but they're still good)

I'm a Guy who just has an unhealthy obsession and passion with making music. I'm pretty new at this so i'm on a journey to prove myself in the music scene as a capable and competent producer.
I'll earn your respect.

Metal - Rap-Metal 100 BPM Other No samples

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Picture for song 'Sheep' by artist 'GODMODE'
Sheep

GODMODE

Heavy Metal from Ohio

GODMODE is a band out of Cleveland, Ohio.
We have decided to begin collaborating again in 2025. Join us for the ride and see where it goes.

Metal - Heavy Metal Other No samples

Picture for song '不完全さの美しさ (The Beauty Of Imperfection)' by artist 'Unortho'
不完全さの美しさ (The Beauty Of Imperfection)

Unortho

I like making music  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@officialunortho?si=Ln4J3KvYOEwf0Neb  Nico Nico: https://www.nicovideo.jp/user/142382038

Metal - Heavy Metal 190 BPM Other

Picture for song 'Icecream (Power Metal Version)' by artist 'Living Light'
Picture for song 'Hollowed Heart (Autum Edition)' by artist 'SMOTCH'
Hollowed Heart (Autum Edition)

SMOTCH ,   SMOTCH

!!! MUSIC BEYOND GENRE BOUNDARIES !!!  We are producers, mainly focused on Metal, Punk, Dark Grunge, Gothic, GazeMetal and  Electronic

!!! Music Beyond Genre Boundaries !!! 
We are a producer duo with support of several other artists. Not focused on any particular genre, we are doing what comes to our mind and makes us have a good time in our studio. Influenced by Metal, Punk, Grunge and Goth we are creating a variety of different styles, so the songs do not relate to a single genre like a t...

Metal - Alternative Metal Other No samples

Picture for song 'bong robot' by artist 'Chiseler'
bong robot

Chiseler

Chiseler

In 2002, I used to think this was Punk, but as it turns out it wasn’t.  I may have created 
'Gutter is not a mainstream interdisciplinary revolution (!) and I highly doubt Stevie has all this 'professional' experience, including with 'celebrities' - everything included herein hither reeking of mediocrity, immaturity, pranksterism, amateurism.'
Or
Non Euclidian
Or
Blues Rock, Alternative Metal, Art Rock, Experimental, Nintendocore, Noise Rock, Ska;
Something Thick.

Metal - Alternative Metal Other

Picture for song 'Fault Lines' by artist 'CIVILDECAY'
Fault Lines

CIVILDECAY

A 26-year studio musician delivering heavy music shaped by discipline, experience, and intent.

Civil Decay emerged from the idea that collapse isn’t explosive it’s gradual, systemic, and inevitable. Drawing influence from death metal, industrial textures, and post-apocalyptic themes, the band crafts dense, punishing compositions built on downtuned guitars, suffocating rhythms, and vocals that feel less sung than exhumed.

Metal - Death/Black Metal Other No samples