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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 'The Power in his eyes' by artist 'David L Mullins'
The Power in his eyes

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 '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 'The Great Replacement is Underway.' by artist 'Perfydious Albion'
The Great Replacement is Underway.

Perfydious Albion

The first step towards change is awareness. The second is acceptance.

'The rich variety of cultures & nationalities is part of the way mans existence expresses the beauty of God in whose image we are made.
Satan desires to destroy these differences reduce us to a meaningless whole in a false unity that only denies the dignity of man' - Father Spyridon Bailey

Metal - Rap-Metal

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

GTO

Recording Artists

GTO is currently in studio recording tracks for their new upcoming album. All new songs are released here first so stay tuned and check back often.

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Feast Upon the Void' by artist 'Undetermine Death'
Feast Upon the Void

Undetermine Death

Undetermine Death is a death metal band from the West Virginia, and western Maryland area. With members Andy Goff, Josh Baylock and Jordan Gump.

Undetermine Death is a death metal band from the West Virginia, and western Maryland area. With members Andy Goff, Josh Baylock and Jordan Gump.  The band name is subject to change as they working with musician and producer Tommy Gardner from Los Angeles, California.

Metal - Death/Black 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 '12-28-25' by artist 'Johan'
12-28-25

Johan

Looking for singer to collaborate and write albums with.

Metal - Power Metal

Picture for song 'used to bad news' by artist 'Gary Ramsey'
used to bad news

Gary Ramsey


Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Nevermind ( Live)' by artist 'THE COMA'
Nevermind ( Live)

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 'Twerk of Death' by artist 'Machines of Agony'
Twerk of Death

Machines of Agony

M.O.A. (Machines of Agony) is an American crossover thrash band from Los Angeles, CA

M.O.A. (Machines of Agony) is an American crossover thrash band from Los Angeles formed by brothers Tommy Gardner and Johnny Gardner. The band mixes elements of hardcore punk and thrash metal, with lyrics that are often humorous and politically incorrect

Metal - Thrash Metal

Picture for song 'Lizzydominant - Bittersweet' by artist 'Lizzydominant'
Lizzydominant - Bittersweet

Lizzydominant

Born into a family of musicians, I carry on the legacy as a singer-songwriter with a heart of rock and soul of metal. Music is my fire, my passion, my life.

A hardcore Coheed and Cambria fan and a lifelong melomane, I've found solace in the harmonies and rhythms that surround me. With a family legacy of music and a personal haven in the realm of metal, I've cultivated a unique sound that blends the ethereal with the intense. When not serenading my two Dachshund celestial companions, I pour my...

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 'Beyond Me' by artist 'O5MO515'
Beyond Me

O5MO515

Welcome

My name is Jake. I've been writing and producing music since the age of 15. I play a lot, or a little of everything depending on who you ask. I love metal. Big time influences are NIN, Pantera, Megadeth, Dark Soho etc. Thanks for stopping by!

Metal - Metal Riffs and Licks 4/4

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 '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 '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 'Remarkable !hype's 2012 Hollywood Rock Jam Remix' by artist 'hype and the Hollywood Church'
Remarkable !hype's 2012 Hollywood Rock Jam Remix

hype and the Hollywood Church

Wild, sexy, funky, freaky, danceable, fun, unpredictable, ridiculous, partytime, loving, trippy, hip-hop, R&B, smooth, raw, deep, fun, intense, music that goes

Metal - Rap-Metal

Picture for song 'Cross My Table' by artist 'JC Spiva'
Cross My Table

JC Spiva

A selection of original recordings with drummer/multi-instrumentalist Jc Spiva, and Friends.

Featuring: Tim Taylor, Walter Harvey, Ignacio Rubio, Michael Smith, Judd Baker, Jim Yeager, Michael Lassen, Steve Lassen, Michael Stadfeld, Jason Whipple, and Jc Spiva. 
Recorded in Washington, Oregon, California, Texas, Italy, Germany, Holland, Luxembourg and Norway.
(c) All solo compositions written, performed & recorded by Jc Spiva. 
(c) M3WA Records - Produced by Mourninwood. Lichtenborn, Germa...

Metal - Rap-Metal

Picture for song '01 - Cycles of Blood' by artist 'Poisoner'
01 - Cycles of Blood

Poisoner

Poisoner is an experiment in Electronica music of all styles.

The 'Poisoner' is the element in all of us that goes against the grain; the Status Quo.  Everything that we do under the guise of this mal-content is to overcome the monotony and lack of autonomous individuality that we are subjected to throughout the course of a normal day.  For every Fascist there is a Rebel.

Metal - Doom Metal No samples

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