Progressive Metal

Progressive metal is a genre characterized by its use of complex rhythms, lengthy compositions, and eclectic instrumentation, often incorporating elements of classical music, jazz, and ambient textures. Emerging in the late 1980s, it evolved from the fusion of progressive rock and heavy metal, with bands pushing the boundaries of technical musicianship and conceptual themes. The genre's popularity peaked in the 1990s and 2000s, with a resurgence in recent years. Progressive metal's cultural significance lies in its rejection of mainstream conventions, embracing experimentation and intellectual curiosity. It draws from various styles, including thrash metal, death metal, and art rock, yet its unique blend of aggressiveness and sophistication sets it apart. Notable for its use of polyrhythms, extended vocal ranges, and conceptual storytelling, progressive metal continues to inspire a devoted fan base and influence a wide range of musical genres.

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Poison
Single - Released May 23, 2025

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A.N.I.M.A.L.
AURAL
AVKRVST
Adrian Smith
Aexylium
Age of Apocalypse
Allegaeon
Amely Sky
Amerikan Kaos
Amplifier
Ancient Death
Arson Tides
Benthos
Bjørn Riis
Borrowed Time
CALYPSO
Chad Price Peace Coalition
Chimaira
Coldhaven
Curveless
Defiant Darīus
Desidio
Druidess
Edensong
Forces United
Fractal Universe
Gallows' Eve
Ghost
Ghost
GhostSeeker
HENSEI
HERTA
Haken
Helix Nebula
Håndgemeng
Imperishable
In The Woods...
In the Kingdom of Nightmares
Kamya
Kardashev
King Garcia
LARCɆNIA ROɆ
Lechuga
Leper Colony
Liliac
Live By The Sword
Lorna Shore
Mad Invasion
Magic Pie
Malphas
MandoTerror
Matt Simon
Meshuggah
Michael Woodman
Misfire
Nad Sylvan
Nightfall
Ominous Ruin
Onslaught
Overcast Rain
PANTERA BLUE
Pandemia
Panzerballett
Paradise Slaves
Pelican
Propagandhi
Pymlico
Quartz
Risk
Royal Sorrow
Saevus
Sevendials
Shields
ShiveringFit
Skaphos
Sleep Token
Steve Hackett
Sybreed
TakaB
Takers
Taking Back August
Terratomorf
The Flower Kings
The Great Kat
The Mars Volta
The Secret of Ocean
Thecodontion
Tre Watson
Tribunal
Triskëll
Tómarúm
Ungraven
Unmerciful
Vildhjarta
Vortex
Wrath of Logarius
Your Grave
Your Spirit Dies
Ангел-хранитель
Евгений Егоров
Sleep Token
Ghost
TOOL
NOTHING MORE
Gojira
Within Temptation
Powerwolf
Memphis May Fire
Lorna Shore
Dream Theater
Polyphia
Opeth
Quiet Riot
Mastodon
Bleed The Wicked Menace
Meshuggah
Wind Walkers
SHAVO
Anthrax
The Mars Volta
Porcupine Tree
ERRA
Distantic
Propagandhi
Dynazty
ANGRA
Pelican
Queensrÿche
do not resurrect
Stratovarius
Arankai
Periphery
Judge & Jury
Invent Animate
The Buttress
Sonata Arctica
Kamelot
Intervals
Anathema
Katatonia
VOLA
After The Burial
David Draiman
Bathory
Plini
Eidola
Soen
Godmode
TesseracT
Animals As Leaders
Steven Wilson
DIR EN GREY
Haken
Ayreon
TakaB
Spiritloom
Will Ramos
Devin Townsend
Little V.
Devin Townsend Project
Riverside
Heldom
Edguy
Leprous
Savatage
Tre Watson
Scar Symmetry
Protest The Hero
Tony Harnell
Blood Incantation
Sick Century
IOMMI
If Not For Me
Chimaira
Dan Vasc
Masterplan
Berried Alive
Between The Buried And Me
The Pineapple Thief
Evil Empire
Ankor
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Nico Borie
CALYPSO
The Dillinger Escape Plan
Kvelertak
Bearwolf
AWS
Evergrey
Symphony X
Cole Rolland
Wheel
Strapping Young Lad
Ne Obliviscaris
Finntroll
Tungsten
A.N.I.M.A.L.
Infected Rain
Vulkan
Andy Cizek