Punk metal is a high-energy fusion of punk rock’s raw aggression and metal’s heavier, more intense instrumentation. It blends the speed, attitude, and DIY ethos of punk with the crushing riffs, technical precision, and dark intensity of metal. Gritty vocals—ranging from melodic shouts to ferocious screams—cut through distorted guitars and thunderous drums, creating anthems of rebellion and defiance. Some bands lean towards hardcore punk’s urgency, while others embrace thrash and groove influences for a heavier sound. Lyrically, punk metal often tackles themes of social unrest, personal struggle, and anti-establishment sentiment, making it a relentless and cathartic genre.

Sudden Impact

Redshark

Album - 10 Tracks - Released October 31, 2025