Metal

All sub-genres

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 'Not My War' by artist 'Gerry Tentler'

Not My War

Melodic, mostly instrumental guitar rock

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Metal - Power Metal 140 BPM 6/8 No samples

Picture for song 'Skin Deep' by artist 'Saldan'

Skin Deep

Brothers, drummers and guitarists, who like to play in our garage and record from time to time.

Metal - Progressive Metal 144 BPM 4/8 No samples

Picture for song 'Kingslayer (Scarlxrd Type Beat, Trap Metal)' by artist 'LVT8'

Kingslayer (Scarlxrd Type Beat, Trap Metal)

LVT8 Studio

Music Producer, Mixing & Mastering Engineer, Hip-Hop DJ/Turntablist in Dubai - http://lvt8.studio (https://www.linktr.ee/lvt8)
Sponsors: Ortofon, Headache Sound, Unusual Skratch
Portfolio:
2022/2023/2024 Music producer for professional skateboarder Tom Asta's YouTube channel
2023 Onboarded Engineears.com platform providing mixing & mastering services.
2022 Produced 'Murdered Doubt' album titled 'Au' released on all major music streaming platforms via Beatstars distribution
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Metal - Rap-Metal 145 BPM 4/4

Picture for song 'TARGET' by artist 'sairox'

TARGET

Metal - Heavy Metal 145 BPM 4/4 No samples

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