African Metal

African metal is a vibrant and diverse genre that merges the powerful soundscapes of heavy metal with the continent's unique cultural elements. Although it shares the intense guitar riffs, pounding drums, and aggressive vocals found in traditional metal, African metal bands often infuse their music with indigenous rhythms, languages, and storytelling traditions, creating a distinctive sonic experience. Artists like Skinflint incorporate traditional instruments and myths into their compositions, while others may address social and political themes relevant to their contexts. African metal is not monolithic, reflecting the vast array of cultures and influences across the continent, with each band bringing a fiercely original flavor to the global metal stage, contributing to a dynamic and rapidly evolving genre.

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South African Metal
Latest African Metal Release
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Verdict Of Babylon (feat. Sayed Ragai)
Single - Released August 20, 2024
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ARKA'N ASRAFOKOR
Dream Demon
Warthog
Treehouse Burning
Duma
Last Year's Tragedy
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  1. August 20, 2024
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    Prevail
    10 tracks
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    Sendiri
    1 tracks
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