| Genre | |
| Subgenre | Heavy Metal |
| Subgenres | Death metal • Black metal • Power metal • Resistance metal • Doom metal |
| Characteristics | Heavy guitar riffs • Elaborate theatrical performances • Incorporation of science fiction, fantasy, and mythology • Use of synths and keyboards • Symbol of resistance for marginalized communities |
| Notable artists | Black Sabbath • Iron Maiden • Metallica • Judas Priest • Motörhead |
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