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Metal Music Charts

The Evolution and Power of Metal Music

Metal music stands as one of the most powerful and diverse modern genres, defined by amplified distortion, fast riffs, pounding drums, and intense vocals. Emerging from heavy blues rock in the late 1960s and early 1970s, metal quickly developed into a cultural movement with countless subgenres. From the thunderous foundations of heavy metal to the raw aggression of thrash and the technical brilliance of progressive metal, this genre continues to push boundaries while inspiring generations of fans worldwide.

On SoundClick, you'll find an extensive collection of metal music spanning every major subgenre. Whether you're into the brutal force of death metal, the epic melodies of power metal, or experimental hybrids like industrial or rap-metal, our platform connects you with independent artists and underground bands driving the future of metal. Stream tracks for free, download select MP3s, and discover rising voices in the global metal scene.

Metal Music Subgenres

  • Alternative Metal - Metal fused with alternative rock, offering experimental and crossover appeal
  • Cover Songs - Reimagined classics performed with a heavy metal edge
  • Death/Black Metal - Extreme genres featuring blast beats, growled or shrieked vocals, and dark themes
  • Doom Metal - Slow, crushing riffs with bleak and atmospheric intensity
  • Goth Metal - Melodic metal enriched with gothic tones and haunting atmospheres
  • Heavy Metal - The classic sound that defined the genre with powerful riffs and soaring vocals
  • Industrial Metal - Aggressive metal blended with industrial beats and electronic elements
  • Metal Riffs and Licks - Instrumental showcases of guitar mastery and iconic riff work
  • Power Metal - Fast, melodic, and epic, often with fantasy-inspired lyrics
  • Progressive Metal - Complex and technical with dynamic song structures
  • Rap-Metal - Fusion of heavy riffs with hip-hop vocal styles
  • Thrash Metal - High-speed aggression with punk-inspired energy

Metal Music FAQ

  • Metal music is characterized by distorted guitar riffs, emphatic rhythms, powerful vocals, and high volume. Subgenres range from accessible heavy metal to extreme death and black metal styles.
  • Heavy metal and alternative metal are good entry points, offering the core sound of the genre without the extreme intensity of subgenres like death or black metal.
  • Yes. Many independent metal artists on SoundClick offer free MP3 downloads of their tracks. Just look for the download option on the artist's song page.
  • Some of the most popular subgenres include Heavy Metal, Thrash Metal, Death Metal, Black Metal, Doom Metal, Power Metal, Progressive Metal, and crossover styles like Rap-Metal and Industrial Metal.
  • Death metal is known for technical riffs, growled vocals, and themes of mortality, while black metal emphasizes atmosphere, tremolo picking, shrieked vocals, and often spiritual or nature-related themes.
Picture for song 'Chase the night' by artist 'Blue Toms Projects'

Chase the night

Blue Toms Projects

Independent artist Blue Toms Projects drops "Chase the night", a Progressive Metal track on SoundClick. The tempo sits at 127 BPM, contributing to its passionate character. The choice of E♭ min lends the composition a slightly moody and reflective character. The track has a rolling rhythm quality that makes it easy to connect with. It has reached the top 10 on the SoundClick Progressive Metal chart, peaking at #1. If Original is in your rotation, "Chase the night" belongs there too — find it on SoundClick.

Metal - Progressive Metal 127 BPM 4/4

Picture for song 'Firestarter' by artist 'GTO'

Firestarter

GTO

Independent artist GTO drops "Firestarter", a Heavy Metal track on SoundClick. It is the kind of track that finds the right moment to make itself heard. This is a remarkable offering in this genre from this independent artist. It has reached number 1 on the main SoundClick Metal chart. Find more from GTO on SoundClick, a platform built for independent music discovery.

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Remarkable !hype's 2012 Hollywood Rock Jam Remix' by artist 'hype and the Hollywood Church'

Remarkable !hype's 2012 Hollywood Rock Jam Remix

hype and the Hollywood Church

"Remarkable !hype's 2012 Hollywood Rock Jam Remix" by hype and the Hollywood Church is a Rap-Metal production available on SoundClick. The track showcases hype and the Hollywood Church's instinct for crafting memorable music. This is a remarkable offering in this genre from this independent artist. It has reached number 1 on the main SoundClick Metal chart. SoundClick gives artists like hype and the Hollywood Church a platform to share original Rap-Metal music with listeners around the world.

Metal - Rap-Metal

Picture for song 'Assassinator Terminator Cranium Blackout' by artist 'VIRGINIA RISING'

Assassinator Terminator Cranium Blackout

VIRGINIA RISING

"Assassinator Terminator Cranium Blackout" by VIRGINIA RISING is a Rap-Metal production available on SoundClick. Rooted in T E C H N O, D A N C E and H I P H O P, the song brings a high-octane energy to the Rap-Metal space. It does not contain any samples or third-party loops. The track has a floor-friendly quality that makes it easy to connect with. "Assassinator Terminator Cranium Blackout" has reached the top 10 on the main SoundClick Metal chart. SoundClick gives artists like VIRGINIA RISING a platform to share original Rap-Metal music with listeners around the world.

Metal - Rap-Metal No samples

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Armageddon

Second Coming

SoundClick artist Second Coming presents "Armageddon", a remarkable release in the Heavy Metal genre. Every element serves the song, creating a cohesive listening experience from start to finish. With a tone that is driving beat, this track connects on an emotional level. With a peak of #1 on the main SoundClick Metal chart, this is one of the strongest-performing Heavy Metal releases on the platform. Second Coming continues to build a Heavy Metal catalog on SoundClick, one of the longest-running platforms for independent artists.

Metal - Heavy Metal

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2LIVIZ2BLEED

JUGGRNAUT

"2LIVIZ2BLEED" by JUGGRNAUT is a Progressive Metal production available on SoundClick. There is an authenticity to the performance that draws the listener in. This is a remarkable offering in this genre from this independent artist. "2LIVIZ2BLEED" has reached the top 10 on the main SoundClick Metal chart. If you enjoy artists like Death, JUGGRNAUT is worth exploring on SoundClick.

Metal - Progressive Metal

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DOUBLE X

Gary Skopick's Redshift

Gary Skopick's Redshift delivers an even-keeled Metal Riffs and Licks Metal experience on SoundClick with "DOUBLE X". Rooted in Alternative, Classical and Metal, the song brings a smooth energy to the Metal Riffs and Licks Metal space. No external samples are used in this track. The sound is widely relatable, appealing to a wide range of metal riffs and licks metal fans. "DOUBLE X" has reached the top 10 on the main SoundClick Metal chart. If you enjoy artists like Heavy Metal and Progressive Rock, Gary Skopick's Redshift is worth exploring on SoundClick.

Metal - Metal Riffs and Licks No samples

Picture for song 'The Great Replacement is Underway.' by artist 'Perfydious Albion'

The Great Replacement is Underway.

Perfydious Albion

SoundClick artist Perfydious Albion presents "The Great Replacement is Underway.", a remarkable release in the Rap-Metal genre. The track showcases Perfydious Albion's instinct for crafting memorable music. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. "The Great Replacement is Underway." has performed across multiple SoundClick charts, reaching #1 in Metal and #1 in Rap-Metal. Perfydious Albion continues to build a Rap-Metal catalog on SoundClick, one of the longest-running platforms for independent artists.

Metal - Rap-Metal

Picture for song 'Instrumental Demo' by artist 'Swytch'

Instrumental Demo

Swytch

"Instrumental Demo" is a Heavy Metal track by Swytch on SoundClick. The track showcases Swytch's instinct for crafting memorable music. This is a remarkable offering in this genre from this independent artist. "Instrumental Demo" has reached the top 10 on the main SoundClick Metal chart. "Instrumental Demo" is part of the Swytch catalog on SoundClick, where independent artists connect with a global audience.

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Tres Clean AxeII 2.0 Clip' by artist 'Bulb'

Tres Clean AxeII 2.0 Clip

Bulb

"Tres Clean AxeII 2.0 Clip" by Bulb is a Metal Riffs and Licks Metal production available on SoundClick. The sound is shaped by drums, bass and synth, giving the song its signature feel. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. It has reached number 1 on the main SoundClick Metal chart. Fans of Vocals and Experimental will find "Tres Clean AxeII 2.0 Clip" worth adding to their playlist via SoundClick.

Metal - Metal Riffs and Licks

Picture for song 'BEYOND THE CANDLELIGHT' by artist 'Ulveskare'

BEYOND THE CANDLELIGHT

Ulveskare

"BEYOND THE CANDLELIGHT" by Ulveskare is an Alternative Metal production available on SoundClick. Featuring guitar, the production has a distinctive and cohesive sound. The production leans into a measured aesthetic that fits the alternative metal style. "BEYOND THE CANDLELIGHT" has peaked at number 2 on the SoundClick Alternative Metal chart. For fans of Heavy Metal looking for something new, Ulveskare delivers on SoundClick.

Metal - Alternative Metal

Picture for song 'Erebus' by artist 'IamEther'

Erebus

IamEther

"Erebus" is a Progressive Metal track by IamEther on SoundClick. The sound is shaped by drums and guitar, giving the song its signature feel. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. It has reached #12 on the main SoundClick Metal chart. "Erebus" is part of the IamEther catalog on SoundClick, where independent artists connect with a global audience.

Metal - Progressive Metal

Picture for song 'Winter's thunder' by artist 'David L Mullins'

Winter's thunder

David L Mullins

David L Mullins delivers an even-keeled Death/Black Metal experience on SoundClick with "Winter's thunder". Rooted in Rock and Soul, the song brings an aggressive energy to the Death/Black Metal space. The sound is broadly commercial, appealing to a wide range of death/black metal fans. It has peaked at #1 in Metal and #1 in Death/Black Metal on the SoundClick charts. Listeners into Rock and Soul will find this track a natural fit within their rotation.

Metal - Death/Black Metal

Picture for song 'WALKING DEAD' by artist 'JESUS OLDMAN'

WALKING DEAD

JESUS OLDMAN

"WALKING DEAD" by JESUS OLDMAN is a Goth Metal production available on SoundClick. The track showcases JESUS OLDMAN's instinct for crafting memorable music. The track delivers a memorable listening experience in this genre, and effortlessly connects with the listener. With a peak of #10 on the main SoundClick Metal chart, this is one of the strongest-performing Goth Metal releases on the platform. Stream "WALKING DEAD" and explore more from JESUS OLDMAN on SoundClick.

Metal - Goth Metal

Picture for song 'Life and Death in the Cosmos' by artist 'Cosmos II'

Life and Death in the Cosmos

Cosmos II

Independent artist Cosmos II drops "Life and Death in the Cosmos", an Alternative Metal track on SoundClick. The track showcases Cosmos II's instinct for crafting memorable music. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. It has peaked at #1 in Metal and #1 in Alternative Metal on the SoundClick charts. Listeners into Pop and Rock will find this track a natural fit within their rotation.

Metal - Alternative Metal

Picture for song 'Hail To The King (guitar cover)' by artist 'Aegis of Clarity'

Hail To The King (guitar cover)

Aegis of Clarity

Independent artist Aegis of Clarity drops "Hail To The King (guitar cover)", a Heavy Metal track on SoundClick. It is the kind of track that finds the right moment to make itself heard. This is a remarkable offering in this genre from this independent artist. "Hail To The King (guitar cover)" has peaked at #12 in the main Metal category on SoundClick. Listeners into Metal will find this track a natural fit within their rotation.

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song '4-4-26' by artist 'Johan'

4-4-26

Johan

"4-4-26" is a Heavy Metal track by Johan on SoundClick. Every element serves the song, creating a cohesive listening experience from start to finish. The track delivers a memorable listening experience in this genre, and effortlessly connects with the listener. It has reached the top 10 on the SoundClick Heavy Metal chart, peaking at #7. Fans of Thrash will find "4-4-26" worth adding to their playlist via SoundClick.

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Ashes of Tomorrow' by artist 'DIOKLECIJAN'

Ashes of Tomorrow

DIOKLECIJAN

"Ashes of Tomorrow" by DIOKLECIJAN is a Heavy Metal production available on SoundClick. Rooted in Rock and Metal, the song brings a dynamic energy to the Heavy Metal space. The production leans into a somber aesthetic that fits the heavy metal style. "Ashes of Tomorrow" has reached the top 10 on the main SoundClick Metal chart. If you enjoy artists like Hard Rock and Heavy Metal, DIOKLECIJAN is worth exploring on SoundClick.

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'The Great Reconnect' by artist 'O5MO515'

The Great Reconnect

O5MO515

Independent artist O5MO515 drops "The Great Reconnect", a Heavy Metal track on SoundClick. Featuring cello, the production has a distinctive and cohesive sound. This is a remarkable offering in this genre from this independent artist. "The Great Reconnect" has peaked at #13 in the main Metal category on SoundClick. If Metal is your sound, "The Great Reconnect" is a strong addition to your playlist.

Metal - Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Indivisible' by artist 'Steampipe Studio'

Indivisible

Steampipe Studio

SoundClick artist Steampipe Studio presents "Indivisible", a remarkable release in the Power Metal genre. The track showcases Steampipe Studio's instinct for crafting memorable music. With a tone that is progressive and atmospheric, this track connects on an emotional level. "Indivisible" has performed across multiple SoundClick charts, reaching #20 in Metal and #2 in Power Metal. If you enjoy artists like Soundtrack and Atmosphere, Steampipe Studio is worth exploring on SoundClick.

Metal - Power Metal

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