Metal Archive

Stoner metal, a heavy music genre, is defined by its slow tempos, down-tuned guitars, and a dense, fuzzy sound. While often associated with marijuana use due to many musicians being avid pot smokers, it’s not a universal

The history of African heavy metal has been a gradual but steady progression. It began with the rise of popular bands like Kanaan and Black Missionaries in the early 2000s, paving the way for other notable acts

Thrash metal emerged in the early 1980s, blending the velocity and aggression of hardcore punk with the intricacy of heavy metal. Characterized by rapid tempos reaching around 200 beats per minute, thrash employs distorted guitars, aggressive vocals,

Nu-metal emerged in the 1990s, blending heavy metal with various other genres to create a unique musical experience. Particularly popular in North America during the 2000s, this style combines elements of “new” with the raw power of

Industrial metal, a subgenre within the metal music realm, emerged in the late 1980s. It’s characterized by its focus on distorted electric guitar sounds processed in an “industrial” manner. Unlike traditional industrial music, which blends experimental, punk,

Initially blending avant-garde electronic experimentation with post-punk aggression, Industrial music eventually morphed into a raw and forceful fusion of rock and electronics. The dominant industrial sound was incredibly harsh and scary, but the main elements were the

Crossover Thrash, often simply referred to as crossover, is a subgenre that blends elements of extreme metal genres with punk, alongside various other musical styles. This unique fusion results in the amalgamation of diverse genres to produce