Metalcore

Metalcore is a dynamic and aggressive music genre that emerged in the late 1990s, characterized by its fusion of extreme metal's intense riffing and breakdowns with the melodic sensibilities of hardcore punk. Typically featuring a mix of screamed and clean vocals, metalcore bands often emphasize powerful, driving rhythms and intricate guitar work, with a focus on creating a balance between heaviness and catchiness. Born from the intersection of post-hardcore and extreme metal, metalcore gained widespread popularity in the early 2000s, particularly among young audiences seeking a more energetic and emotive alternative to mainstream rock. With its raw energy, emotional intensity, and often, personal lyrics, metalcore has become a significant force in contemporary heavy music, influencing a wide range of sub-genres and styles, from deathcore to post-metal. Notable for its blend of brutality and melody, metalcore has captivated fans worldwide, offering a unique sonic experience that is both cathartic and exhilarating.

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Ain't No Sunshine
Single - Released June 20, 2025

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Astray Valley
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Avenger of Blood
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Chasing Penguins
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Dead Eyes
Demise Of Love
Disarray
Fade to Black
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Godmode
HAWK
HENSEI
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HolyRoller
I Prevail
I See Aura
In Waves
In the Kingdom of Nightmares
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Justin Pearson
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LARCɆNIA ROɆ
LASTELLE
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Liliac
Lorna Shore
Malevolence
Matthew K. Heafy
Melrose Avenue
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Mick Blankenship
Midnight
Molehead
NO TIME FOR SILENCE
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Nightfall
Noneflex
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Oh! I Kill
Pandemia
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Propagandhi
Prospective
Rain City Drive
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Seethe
SexMag
Sick Century
Signs of the Swarm
Slaughter to Prevail
Sleep Token
Slow Degrade
Spare The Dead
Takers
Terratomorf
The Almas
The Funeral Portrait
Tre Watson
Under Exile
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Will Ramos
Wounded Touch
XAAR
Your Spirit Dies
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Sleep Token
Bring Me The Horizon
Pierce The Veil
Bullet For My Valentine
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Ice Nine Kills
Kellin Quinn
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Killswitch Engage
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Slaughter to Prevail
Trivium
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Of Mice & Men
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Silverstein
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Make Them Suffer
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Thy Art Is Murder
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Judge & Jury
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Too Close To Touch
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