Melodic Metal
Melodic metal is a genre characterized by its blend of aggressive metal instrumentation, catchy melodies, and soaring vocal harmonies. Emerging in the late 1990s and gaining momentum in the 2000s, melodic metal drew inspiration from power metal, symphonic metal, and traditional heavy metal. The genre's defining features include fast-paced, galloping rhythms, dual guitar harmonies, and operatic vocal styles, often incorporating fantastical and mythological themes. Melodic metal's popularity peaked in the mid-2000s, particularly in Europe, with its symphonic and choral elements resonating with fans of classical music and metal alike. Notable for its blend of heaviness and accessibility, melodic metal has influenced a range of subgenres, including power metal and symphonic metal, while its emphasis on melody and vocal virtuosity sets it apart from more aggressive metal styles, making it a staple of the modern metal scene.
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