Genre

metal

Best metal bands ranked →

Deftones

Tool

Megadeth

Motionless in White

Babymetal

I Prevail

Bullet for My Valentine

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Dayseeker

Nightwish

Motorhead

Lamb Of God

Dream Theater

Sepultura

Helloween

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Opeth

Frequently asked questions

How many metal bands are there?

The Band Index lists 85 metal bands, from genre-defining acts to emerging artists.

What are the best metal bands?

Top metal bands include Deftones, Tool, Megadeth, Motionless in White, Babymetal. See the full ranked list of the best metal bands.

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