Cleveland Metal

Cleveland metal, birthed from the gritty industrial landscapes of Cleveland, Ohio, is a fiery crucible where various metal subgenres fuse into something uniquely formidable. It is characterized by its raw, aggressive energy and innovation, drawing from thrash, hardcore, metalcore, and industrial influences. This genre is not just a sound but a testament to the resilience and creativity of its birthplace, embodying the rustbelt's rugged spirit. Bands associated with this scene, such as Ringworm and Chimaira, are known for their intense performances and a no-holds-barred approach to music, combining pummeling riffs, ferocious vocals, and a relentless rhythm section. Cleveland metal's diversity is its strength, with each band contributing its own flavor, from the dark, hardcore-infused sounds of Integrity to the nu-metal and industrial tinged grooves of Mushroomhead, painting a vibrant, albeit shadowy, landscape of sonic brutality.

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In Case Of Emergency
Single - Released March 28, 2025
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  1. March 28, 2025
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  3. September 13, 2024
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  4. August 18, 2023
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  7. November 19, 2021
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    Demo
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  19. August 3
  20. December 29, 2017