Consequence's list of the Best Metal & Hard Rock Songs of 2025 includes standout tracks from Puscifer, Deafheaven, The Pretty ...

Bad Omens continue to be one of metalcore’s emerging bands with “Specter” leading the way amongst some impressive 2025 ...

This time, the playing field consists of Alissa White-Gluz, Sylosis, Rotten Sound, Girlschool and other talented folks, all of whom are vying for your approval. Whoever’s song wins this week will get ...

What are some of the most metal-sounding songs by grunge bands? Although grunge is considered a subgenre of rock, it was undoubtedly influenced by heavy metal as well. Drop-tuned guitars are one of ...

Every catchy pop track hides possibilities. And once a metal band picks it up, the song shifts character—sometimes darker, sometimes heavier—always in an unexpected way. That’s the joy of reinvention ...

We use the terms “legend” and “icon” to describe influential musicians. And there are some years in music history where it almost feels as though something supernatural has taken place. If somewhere ...

Pop might be an icky word for heavy metal diehards. But remember, “pop” is just short for popular. And if you’re favorite band sells millions of records, then they are, by definition, popular. History ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Quentin Singer is music journalist who covers rock and heavy music. Since it was established in the early 1970s, Heavy metal has ...