From underground infamy to becoming one of metal's most revered bands, Behemoth have one of the most interesting back catalogues in metal. Here are 10 of their best infernal gems

It was one of the great anthems of the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal – so why didn’t it carry Angel Witch to world domination?

When Airbourne decided it was time for something different, the Aussie rockers relocated to the home of country music for an almighty reset

Canadian enigma Devin Townsend’s catalogue spans extreme metal, sublime prog-scapes, colossal riffs and extra-terrestrials. Where to begin?

Death and thrash metal stormed into the 90s in rude and bloody health. So why did that decade see both scenes nearly come off their rails?

During punk Captain Sensible's penchant for the proggier side of things remained undisclosed. Not any more

Beyond death metal's best-known albums lies a quantity of unsung classics. Here are 10 of the best examples of underground extremity

From death metallers to progressive rock-metal torchbearers, Opeth's 25-year evolution is as impressive as it is surprising

When Corrosion Of Conformity’s classic line-up reformed in 2014, they realised they still had a spark.

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Since picking up the progressive rock baton from Genesis in the 80s, Marillion have recorded one of prog’s most impressive catalogues. These are their best albums

The basics of everything deathy

Dimebag Darrell had class. He had groove. Tony Iommi and members of Five Finger Death Punch, Trivium, and Alter Bridge break down the essence of a genius

We spoke to modern-day axemasters Zakk Wylde, Phil Demmel, Matt Heafy and Gus G to find out who the lords of the riff really are

When a large part of North America was plunged into darkness in the 60s, many predicted disaster. They probably didn’t predict a future Saxon banger

When Robb Flynn made a teary announcement on Facebook Live last September, it looked like Machine Head were done. Oh, how wrong we all were...

Metal’s history with horror movies goes back decades. We count down the 20 greatest anthems inspired by the screen, from the gruesome, to the grizzly, to the straight-up glorious

In honour of Judas Priest's 50th anniversary, we decided to count down their 50 greatest songs of all time, chosen by a panel of bands, Hammer staff and you...

Hornswagglers! Observe Alestorm’s pirate rules or singer Chris Bowes’ll cleave ye to the brisket!

Primus might be an acquired taste, but at their best this musically unique and gloriously oddball trio made some truly compelling records