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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.
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ericsands_exorciseyoursoul

Eric Sands

Pro Guitarist/Bassist with stage & studio experience, pro endorsements. Progressive Rock, Metal, Hard Rock, Fusion, Shred, Funk & Pop.

Guitarist/Bassist Eric Sands. Founding member of ProgRockRecords.com recording artist 'Man on Fire' and LionMusic.com recording artist 'Truth of Fiction'. I've appeared on numerous LionMusic.com tribute CD's including Jason Becker, Hendrix, Blackmore, Uli Roth and Gary Moore. Many exciting projects in the works! Please visit  http://www.EricSands.com for more

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Wave Encyclopedia ft. Jon Firman' by artist 'Concensusdown'
Wave Encyclopedia ft. Jon Firman

Concensusdown

Surreal, Abstract, Bizarre, Unusual, Interesting, Vibrant, Unique, Colorful, Neat, Fun, Energetic, Jazzy, Rock, Metal, Fusion, Progressive, Math Art Rock

Welcome In! I am Jordan Hunter Saks also known as Concensus Down and Closed Eye Universe Seas! I've recorded 500 unique songs. Enjoy! All Downloads are free*

Metal - Progressive Metal

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Donington Park Vibe

The Mysterious Funker

Music by The Mysterious Funker is produced in multiple genres from Funk, Hip Hop & Rap to R&B, Urban & more. A Spyda Music Production.

The Mysterious Funker began life producing soul & funk music back in 2003.
Always looking to bring something fresh to the scene T.M.F. began releasing hip hop, trap & funk albums & has an ever increasing back catalogue of sounds well worthy of checking out.
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Metal - Alternative Metal No samples

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Triatoma

Jake Limon

Musician. Also a lemon. A cool lemon.

I play guitar. I sing. I record my own music.

Metal - Heavy Metal

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ethereal dream

Stockwrock

Great music just waiting for your ears!  Rock, country, R&B, classical, ambient, comedy, easy listening -- there's something for everyone here.

I love heavy, melodic rock, but sometimes venture into other genres like R&B, jazz, and since moving to Nashville, tried writing some country.  The current songlist offers a wide variety of up tempo, ballads, and a lot of instrumentals.  I always enjoy feedback, so please leave a message on the board if you stop by.

Metal - Progressive Metal

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Kintsukuroi [Instrumental]

Disconnected Souls

Metal band infusing electronics, orchestral elements and transcending boundaries

Metal - Alternative Metal

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She Camel - Flesh Cathedral

Death of a she camel ,   Hol7 Water

One man band all kinds of fun and styles    Just mainly me being alone writing music    Bandcamp coming soon!

Yo whats up everyone my name is Skyler Lyons vocalist for Death of a she camel. Some fun facts about me is I am a dad with 2 kids (yeah they run around doing gutterals ). I am a college dropout, and i used to do work with Artificial intelligence.

Metal - Alternative Metal

Picture for song 'God help me' by artist 'NEWNEKO2000'
God help me

NEWNEKO2000

Music made mostly from samples on Magix Music Maker, eJay, Music 3000, MusicDJ and Yamaha PSR740.

MY MUSIC IS INFLUENCED BY 80's, 90's AND EARLY 2000. YOU WILL FIND HERE MAINLY ELECTRONIC DANCE MUSIC, BUT MANY OTHER STYLES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE
When I create music, I always make sure that every song sounds different and unique. My aim is to make sure that the listener will always hear something unexpected. This makes the whole creation process even more fun :)
To create songs I use simple soft...

Metal - Alternative Metal

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02. Fire To Purify.

Metal Sanctuary


Metal - Death/Black Metal

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Dead Epidemic : The Betrayal

Vyral Beatz

a survivor of the 90s

Metal - Thrash Metal

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For Whom The Bell Tolls (Live)

Eric Beauchemin

A gifted singer, songwriter, and musician from Winter Haven, Florida. Eric passed away in 2022, so here his music will live on for the world to hear. RIP Beauch

My name is Troy Donoughue, I'm a good freind of Eric Beauchemin, and I'm the admin to his music on this site. Eric was a gifted singer, songwriter, and musician, and he recorded so many wonderful pieces of musical art. Unfortunately in May of 2022, Eric passed away and left behind a beautiful library of music. Eric trusted me with his...

Metal - Cover Songs

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One Too Many Wishes (World Affair)

One Too Many Wishes

One Too Many Wishes by The Steel Scream Project and their accompanied versions.

'One Too Many Wishes' is a very special song in 'The Steel Scream Project' song portfolio.
The lyrics were first written in November of 1991 inspired by the loss of our dear friend, Christopher Dobbins (November 13th, 1972 - November 13th, 1991). Doodle and I wanted to write a song we could dedicate to Chris, and we became influenced with the idea of someone wanting more than they should ask for, and how their de...

Metal - Heavy Metal

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MoxiFloxi - Wegwock (Sodacan Remix)

Bleeding Skies

Don't speak, I can hear you.

This is where i dump off random songs that ive made in my spare time
:)

Metal - Heavy Metal

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Job Matthijs - March 14 2022

jobmatthijs


Metal - Heavy Metal

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Awakened (Vocals)

If It Bleeds


Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Water' by artist 'The Dark Child'
Water

The Dark Child

Crescent City California's own original Alt Metal/Prog/Grunge band.

Crescent City, California original Alternative Hard Rock Grunge band. The Brain Child of Ray Martell (Shacknasty, Black GTO), Allen Henningson (Cut it Like the Kings), Kyle Mullen (Schlocks, Grey Daisies) and Ray Altman (Shacknasty). In October 2022, Dark Child released Allen form his guitar duties. 
Redwood Records Studios in Crescent City, Ca is the home base of Dark Child.
https://redwoodrecords.net/

Metal - Alternative Metal

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buckleys test 1

Fictional Veracity

Presented here are a handful of representative (mostly) instrumentals I've done, spanning about 18 years or so.  I've written & recorded a ton more than what's here, but you get the idear.
If you want a CD of WAVs or higher quality MP3s, just contact me.

Metal - Heavy Metal

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R&B/Soul/Pop 110 BPM No samples