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Nintendocore, unblack metal and the weirdest metal subgenres you never knew existed

By Simon Young Published 30 August 26

When saying you love metal isn't simply enough for some people

From American thrash to Japanese metalcore: the 8 new metal songs that everyone needs to hear this week

By Metal Hammer Published 10 July 26

Hear these fine offerings from Anthrax, Hanabie, Amon Amarth and more, then vote for your favourite

Metal Hammer's tracks of the week: January 9 2026

By Rich Hobson Published 10 January 26

New year, new metal tunes from Alter Bridge, Hanabie, Lord Of The Lost and more!

The 50 best metal songs of 2025

By Rich Hobson Published 26 December 25

Sleep Token, Ghost, Babymetal - these are the songs you picked as the finest 2025 had to offer

Vote for the best metal song of 2025

By Rich Hobson Published 13 December 25

From Ghost and Sleep Token to Electric Callboy, Lorna Shore, Babymetal and beyond, 2025 has offered up plenty of great metal tunes. But which songs rule the roost?

Inside the wild and wonderful world of Hanabie - Japan's next metal superstars

By Emily Swingle Published 14 November 25

Fashion, fuzzy plushies, and hanging out with Fred Durst - Hanabie are bringing a splash of colour to metal

Metal Hammer's Tracks Of The Week: July 18 2025

By Rich Hobson Published 18 July 25

Nine Inch Nails, Amon Amarth and In This Moment are among the best new metal songs this week. Plus, vote for your favourite!

Metal Hammer's tracks of the week: May 30

By Rich Hobson Published 30 May 25

From Lord Of The Lost and Babymetal to Avatar, Hanabie and Halestorm, these are the best new metal songs this week

Metal Hammer's tracks of the week: January 31 2025

By Rich Hobson Published 31 January 25

Epica, Jinjer and Bloodywood are among the best new metal songs this week. Plus, vote for your favourite!