Opera metal is a subgenre of symphonic metal that combines the dramatic intensity of opera with the heavy instrumentation of metal. Characterized by soaring vocal melodies, orchestral elements, and complex song structures, opera metal often features classically trained vocalists, choirs, and orchestras alongside metal's typical guitar-driven sound. Emerging in the 1990s, the genre gained popularity in the early 2000s, particularly in Europe, as bands sought to push the boundaries of metal's expressive capabilities. Opera metal's cultural significance lies in its blending of high art and heavy music, appealing to fans of both classical and metal. The genre's grandiose sound and epic storytelling have drawn comparisons to power metal and progressive rock, but its unique emphasis on operatic vocals and orchestration sets it apart. With its dramatic flair and technical complexity, opera metal has become a beloved niche within the metal community.

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Nightwish

Album - 23 Tracks - Released September 20, 2024