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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With Hell In His Eyes
Album - 10 Tracks - Released May 2, 2025

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A.N.I.M.A.L.
AURAL
AVKRVST
Adrian Smith
Agiel
Allegaeon
Amammoth
Amely Sky
Amerikan Kaos
Amplifier
Ancient Death
Arson Tides
As The World Dies
Beneath The Hollow
Benthos
Bjørn Riis
CALYPSO
Chad Price Peace Coalition
Chimaira
Coldhaven
Daridel
Defiant Darīus
Desidio
Dissocia
Distantic
Don Airey
Euphrosyne
Fade to Black
Fractal Universe
Ghost
Ghost
GhostSeeker
Godmode
HENSEI
HERTA
Hacienda Libre
Haken
Hexecutor
Håndgemeng
Imperishable
In The Woods...
Invent Animate
Kardashev
Karfagen
King Garcia
Leper Colony
Liliac
Live By The Sword
Lucifer's Child
MIDGARD
Mad Invasion
Malphas
Memphis May Fire
Meshuggah
Michael Woodman
Misfire
Mjølnir
Nad Sylvan
Nail Bite
Nattverd
Nightfall
O.R.k.
Onslaught
Our Divide
Overcast Rain
Panzerballett
Paradise Slaves
Propagandhi
Pure Reason Revolution
Pymlico
Quartz
Rothadás
Royal Sorrow
Sadist
Severed Angel
Shields
ShiveringFit
Shotgun Divine
Sleep Token
Smoke Mountain
Sometime In February
Soul Demise
TakaB
Takers
Taking Back August
The Flower Kings
The Great Kat
The Secret of Ocean
Thecodontion
Torn From Oblivion
Tre Watson
Tribunal
Tómarúm
Vildhjarta
Vortex
Wheels Of Fire
Wrath of Logarius
Your Grave
Your Spirit Dies
Ангел-хранитель
Sleep Token
Ghost
TOOL
NOTHING MORE
Gojira
Within Temptation
Memphis May Fire
Powerwolf
Polyphia
Dream Theater
Opeth
Quiet Riot
Mastodon
Bleed The Wicked Menace
Anthrax
SHAVO
Wind Walkers
ERRA
Meshuggah
Porcupine Tree
Distantic
Propagandhi
ANGRA
do not resurrect
Queensrÿche
Pelican
Dynazty
Periphery
Stratovarius
Arankai
Judge & Jury
Invent Animate
Sonata Arctica
The Buttress
Kamelot
Anathema
Intervals
Katatonia
VOLA
After The Burial
Bathory
David Draiman
Plini
Eidola
Godmode
Soen
TesseracT
Animals As Leaders
DIR EN GREY
Steven Wilson
TakaB
Haken
Will Ramos
Ayreon
Devin Townsend
Riverside
Little V.
Heldom
Leprous
Savatage
Devin Townsend Project
Edguy
Tre Watson
If Not For Me
Sick Century
Protest The Hero
IOMMI
Blood Incantation
Tony Harnell
Masterplan
Spiritloom
Dan Vasc
Chimaira
Between The Buried And Me
Berried Alive
Nico Borie
The Pineapple Thief
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Evil Empire
CALYPSO
The Dillinger Escape Plan
Ankor
Cole Rolland
Kvelertak
Bearwolf
Symphony X
Evergrey
Wheel
Ne Obliviscaris
Strapping Young Lad
Finntroll
Tungsten
Infected Rain
A.N.I.M.A.L.
Vulkan
Mercyful Fate
Andy Cizek
Melrose Avenue
Nevermore
Killer Be Killed