Category Metal

Essential Metal Bands - A Complete History

The 30 Must-Have Bands in Metal History

Heavy metal music didn’t just magically appear one day. It was the result of decades of new ideas, defiance and lasting music. There are some very important names in metal history, from the early pioneers who created the genre to…

W.A.S.P. glam, heavy or both?

W.A.S.P.: Too Heavy for Glam, Too Glam for Heavy?

When W.A.S.P. exploded out of Los Angeles in the early 80s nobody quite knew where to place them. With chainsaws, blood-spraying props and Blackie Lawless at the helm, they were too dark and dangerous to sit comfortably alongside glam metal…

Test Your Viking Metal Knowledge!

Test Your Viking Metal Knowledge!

Take this fun and interesting quiz to see how much you know about Viking Metal! Take on ten thoughtfully constructed questions concerning well-known Viking metal bands, albums and Norse mythology. This quiz is a great opportunity to test your knowledge…

Which Heavy Metal Subgenre Matches Your Personality?

Which Heavy Metal Subgenre Matches Your Personality?

Metal Personality Quiz What’s Your Metal Personality? Answer the questions below to find out which metal genre best matches your personality! 1. What’s your favorite kind of energy in music? Heavy and raw Melodic and uplifting Dark and intense 2.…

Metallica Band Name Generator

Metallica Band Name Generator

Welcome to the Metallica Band Name Generator! If you’ve ever dreamed of starting your own heavy metal band, or if you’re just looking for a fun and creative way to generate a unique band name, you’ve come to the right…

Top 10 Greatest Death Metal Vocalists

Top 10 Greatest Death Metal Vocalists

The vocals in death metal are just as important as the shredding riffs and thundering drumming. Whether they deliver razor-sharp shrieks or deep, guttural growls, the best vocalists in the genre have made a lasting impression. It’s time to choose…

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“The US Festival” Heavy Metal Day 1983

The US Festival lasted three days, with each day featuring a unique theme. Metalheads wrote May 29th on their calendars as the ultimate day to celebrate: Heavy Metal Day. Over 300,000 metal fans flocked to see their favourite bands perform…