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This is a list of heavy metal artists from the formative years of the movement (formed between 1963 and 1981). For bands formed after 1981, please consult the lists for each heavy metal subgenre.
We’ve put together a huge list of over 200 (241 to be exact) of the best hard rock and metal bands from the 80s that you need to check out and hopefully give a listen to. Here’s The Entire List In Alphabetical Order:
The 1980s were a golden era for heavy metal, a decade that saw the genre explode into mainstream popularity while spawning countless subgenres and iconic acts. From the thunderous riffs to the jaw-dropping solos, these bands defined a generation of music lovers.
The 1980s were an interesting time in the music industry. In addition to all the great rock bands, many of the world’s live performance venues hosted metal bands as big-name draws for enthusiastic concertgoers. Read on to revisit the unforgettable metal bands of the 80s.
US Power Metal was developed in the mid/late 80s, pioneered by bands such as Omen and characterized by harsh thrashy sound and a focus on speed and soaring operatic vocals. It was directly influenced by speed metal and NWOBHM , and had a drop in popularity in the 90s.
The 1980s are perhaps the most defining decade in hard rock and metal. Bands like AC/DC, Judas Priest and Black Sabbath, who emerged in the '70s, continued to release stellar discs, but a whole...
Despite its evolution, heavy metal stays true to its classic roots. The list below showcases an epic number of '80s bands from different subgenres. If you are a true fan of the genre, you will have a lot to say. Feel free to share your views and opinions in the comments section.
100 rock and metal songs that built the 80s. By Dave Everley. ( Metal Hammer ) last updated 20 September 2022. In honour of metal's greatest decade, we've compiled ten landmark tracks from every single year of the 1980s to create the ultimate era-defining playlist.
The 80s were a golden time for rock and metal, but these 12 brilliant bands never got the mainstream success and recognition they so richly deserved
In this article, we discuss and rank the best 80s metal bands. We have ranked them based on popularity, albums sold, and other factors. Take a look and let us know if you agree with our rankings!