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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 No samples

Picture for song 'VOYAGER (Epic Melodic Instrumental Metal)' by artist 'DreamSphere'
VOYAGER (Epic Melodic Instrumental Metal)

DreamSphere

Melodic Instrumental Metal

DreamSphere is a two man studio only Metal band. We produce powerful, catchy, yet melodic and accessible, instrumental Heavy Metal and Hard Rock music. 
We record purely for pleasure, as a leisure activity, but are deeply serious about the music we create. Although some songs do have lyrics, we use multiple lead guitars to take the place of vocal melodies.

Metal - Power Metal 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Starforged Requiem' by artist 'BenEatH-Music'
Starforged Requiem

BenEatH-Music

BENIEATH   ---   Dark harmonies. Moving melodies. Unbridled energy.     BENIEATH - Music that gets under your skin.

BENIEATH The name  more than just a play on words combining 'Benjamin' and 'Beneath': it represents the idea that true emotions lie beneath the surface. The songs  landscapes of the soul: dark, emotional, transformative, and always honest. The sound  epic metal meets atmospheric rock and introspective intensity. Benjamin Birner  the creative force behind BENIEATH  handles songwr...

Metal - Alternative Metal No samples

Picture for song 'WE'RE THE INFECTED!' by artist 'CosmoSonic'
WE'RE THE INFECTED!

CosmoSonic

I'm Boris Fitoš, a music producer from Serbia working with state-of-the-art AI tools (custom-made and trained) for music creation.

Future-focused creator blending prompt engineering, no-code dev, and AI music production to deliver fast, reliable, and innovative digital experiences.

Metal - Heavy Metal No samples

Picture for song 'AUFGEWACHT' by artist 'WITHOUT E'
AUFGEWACHT

WITHOUT E

WITHOUT E is the result of many gigs with the guitar without the E-string. Because of playing hard and long.

The main Band named WITHOUT E exists since 1994 in the constellation:
- R. Schrauf and V. Tavares -
In the past, various musicians had the pleasure to complete the band experience in a lot of songs and sessions. 
Many thanks to: Andrea K., H. Kramer, Alex A., J. Ewald, Dr. C. Hohn, Judith H., S. Cedl, A. Rycoll, Marleen, -TRAP 5-, Julian S., T. Schoenfelder, M. Leck, K. Kraft [in ca...

Metal - Heavy Metal 4/4 No samples

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 No samples

Picture for song 'RELENTLESS (Instrumental Metal)' by artist 'FOGG'
RELENTLESS (Instrumental Metal)

FOGG

Instrumental British Metal

This is the music created by Billy Fogg before he became a member of  . The music available here has since been edited and remixed, with new synth drum tracks programmed by fellow Dark Dreams member Peter Quinn.

Metal - Heavy Metal 4/4 No samples

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Picture for song 'Not My War' by artist 'Gerry Tentler'
Not My War

Gerry Tentler

Melodic, mostly instrumental guitar rock

If you like melodic instrumental rock, you should have a listen to these tunes. There's also another profile of mine with electronica music from the 80s and early 90s, check it out: AmadorA

Metal - Power Metal 140 BPM 6/8 No samples

Picture for song '“WAR GAMES: The Inner Cage' by artist 'Krisza'
“WAR GAMES: The Inner Cage

Krisza


Metal - Heavy Metal 95 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Keeping the Lonely Flame' by artist 'meglodave'
Keeping the Lonely Flame

meglodave

Bovine Audio At It's Best

My name is David Mallory. There are dozens of David Mallorys on the net so I go by the stage name Meglodave. This is a self deprecating name I gave myself over 25 years ago. I suffer from a form of erotomania. I have the mistaken belief that someone is in love with me and she gives me messages on the radio. I am aware of this but still Ive been unable to shake it. I know its faux pas, but as a method of coping, I have taken to making and listening to my own music usi...

Metal - Heavy Metal 97 BPM 3/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Nightmares by Peter Zantey ISWC T-060380783-5' by artist 'Peter Zantey'
Nightmares by Peter Zantey ISWC T-060380783-5

Peter Zantey

Peter Zantey  is a songwriter who writes & co-writes across several genres.

I am a drummer turned songwriter who has performed & recorded over several decades

Metal - Heavy Metal 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Haze - Shoegase Rock Beat' by artist 'VXAQ'
Haze - Shoegase Rock Beat

VXAQ

Prod By VXAQ

Metal - Alternative Metal 125 BPM 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Zoloc Saga Part 8 Ankunft in den Goldenen Landen(A' by artist 'TheBardsForge'
Zoloc Saga Part 8 Ankunft in den Goldenen Landen(A

TheBardsForge

I make Music for Fun, maybe you would like it.   It seems my Page is a musicial diary :D Earphones are advised.  All Music is made by myself.

Hello, I make Homerecording for Fun, cause I like Music and playing Instruments for Fun, and the creating of all kind of Musicstuff.
All Instruments are played by myself.
I want share that Fun and hopefully you will enjoy the results of my musicmaking.
My Musicstyle is not a specific style, its more Art then a special Music.
Maybe something up from

Metal - Thrash Metal No samples

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Picture for song 'No More Pain' by artist 'Daark Dvizion'
No More Pain

Daark Dvizion

no real guitars were harmed in production

Metal - Power Metal No samples

Picture for song 'Loops_by SexPraha_8bars_8bars_1' by artist 'Bodg'
Loops_by SexPraha_8bars_8bars_1

Bodg

I'm a metalhead

Metal - Metal Riffs and Licks No samples

Picture for song 'The Long Way' by artist 'JwOhEight'
The Long Way

JwOhEight

St. Louis midi musician with knack for mercury poisoning

Metal - Progressive Metal 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Tier:89 - Our turn' by artist 'Tier89'
Tier:89 - Our turn

Tier89

Some mighty pitch text that makes you want to keep listening to our songs on repeat.

Metal - Alternative Metal 4/4 No samples

Picture for song 'Through the Maelstrom' by artist 'RPG music composer'
Through the Maelstrom

RPG music composer

Progressive Metal, Symphonic Metal, Electronic Music

I am RPG Music Composer.  I compose progressive metal, symphonic pieces, and electronic music.

Metal - Progressive Metal 130 BPM No samples

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