A 1969 hit that launched the heavy metal generation was named the greatest heavy metal song of all time and it still holds up ...

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 ...

Crank up the volume and prepare to headbang! Join us as we count down our picks for the most successful and influential ...

The film capturing the scene outside a Judas Priest show was 17 minutes long, only available on VHS and won the hearts of a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Quentin Singer is music journalist who covers rock and heavy music. While there’s not much debate regarding which lineup of Black ...

May 2026 is delivering one of the most varied months in recent heavy music, combining long-awaited comebacks, deluxe reissues, and fresh debuts. Standouts include Metallica’s remastered Reload box set ...

In honor of St. Valentine’s Day, we wanted to offer you a list of love songs. But, these aren’t the ordinary love songs about boys falling in love with girls, or girls getting their heart broken. The ...

As Music City, Nashville is home to all genres. Even "stoner witch metal bands." Yes, you read that right. Here are 7 groups ...

"It was: let's break all the rules, let's get as extreme as we can get." Hulu has unveiled the official trailer for a rock documentary / music history special event called Into The Void, taking us ...

Heavy metal music has become a niche genre to an extent. While there are a couple of bands that have broken into the mainstream and garnered wide appeal, the majority of heavy metal bands seemingly ...

Here are 11 of the best love songs by some of the biggest bands in heavy metal. Metal bands aren't always known for their ability to be touchy feely, but on more than one occasion, heavy metal has ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Quentin Singer is music journalist who covers rock and heavy music. Few contemporary artists have shaped an entire genre the way ...