11 bands redefining folk metal around the world By Rosie Solomon From Mexico to China, we count down the killer bands that are incorporating their own cultures and traditions into metal
Out of the closet and into the pit: the queer artists revolutionising extreme metal By Rosie Solomon Why queer artists are making some of today’s best extreme metal
7 essential non-metal albums all metalheads need in their lives By Rosie Solomon We've rounded up the best non-metal sounds for lovers of heavy – because sometimes you can headbang to hyperpop too
The 10 best albums of 2020 you haven't heard By Rosie Solomon Heavy music's underground scenes have been crawling with essential releases this year – but many of them haven't had the listeners they deserve. Here, 10 overlooked albums that require your attention
