Decades after its rise, heavy metal has found its place in mainstream music, but it didn’t come without a fight.

Inspired by horror movies and dark themes, legendary bands created a theatrically dark genre, Metal. Linda Diaz and Joey Hays chat with members of the legendary bands Gwar and Impaler to uncover how ...

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 ...

What is the true power of heavy metal? Heavy metal fans–affectionately known as “metalheads”–are among the most devoted and loyal music fans in the world. There are many possible reasons why people ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Quentin Singer is music journalist who covers rock and heavy music. As it relates to who should be considered heavy metal’s ...

Music can be a key factor in expressing emotions. When people think of heavy metal music, they often associate it with negative feelings like anger, hatred, or shame. Yet, when it comes to the ...

From iconic cultural touchstones to modern-day music celebrations, these festivals have shaped music history! Join us as we ...