Proto-metal

Proto-metal, a genre emergent in the late 1960s and early 1970s, is characterized by its heavy, distorted guitar riffs, driving rhythms, and often, raw, blues-infused vocals. Born from the convergence of psychedelia, blues-rock, and hard rock, proto-metal marked a pivotal shift towards the heavier, darker sound that would define metal music. During its heyday, proto-metal bands drew from the experimental and countercultural spirit of the era, incorporating elements of folk, jazz, and avant-garde music. The genre's cultural significance lies in its role as a precursor to heavy metal, punk, and stoner rock, influencing a generation of musicians. Notable for its fusion of heavy instrumentation and bluesy sensibilities, proto-metal stands apart from its contemporaries with its emphasis on sonic intensity and rebellious attitude, laying the groundwork for the development of metal's various subgenres.

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Live In The UK
Album - 65 Tracks - Released October 25, 2024
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Jimi Hendrix
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Trouble
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Mountain
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