In a decisive victory reflecting the enduring influence of industrial metal, Till Lindemann of Rammstein has claimed the prestigious Male Metal Singer of 2024 "Metal Award," commanding 30.62% of votes in a global poll that attracted over 50,000 participants.
The charismatic frontman’s dominant win highlights his continued impact on the metal scene, outpacing legendary competitors including James Hetfield of Metallica and Marko Hietala, who secured second and third places respectively.
The poll results demonstrated overwhelming support for Lindemann, with over 15,000 votes from a total of 50,467 participants. Metallica’s James Hetfield claimed second place with 14.12% of votes, while Marko Hietala followed closely with 13.52%.
Legacy of Power
Lindemann’s win underscores the global reach of Rammstein’s signature sound and his unique contribution to metal vocals. His distinctive baritone and commanding stage presence have helped define industrial metal while influencing multiple generations of performers.
Top Five Rankings
- Till Lindemann (Rammstein) – 30.62%
- James Hetfield (Metallica) – 14.12%
- Marko Hietala (Former Nightwish) – 13.52%
- Corey Taylor (Slipknot) – 8.62%
- Michael Kiske (Helloween) – 7.57%
Diverse Metal Landscape
The voting results reflect the rich diversity of metal vocal styles, from Lindemann’s industrial power to Hetfield’s thrash metal prowess and Hietala’s melodic approach. This variety demonstrates the genre’s broad scope and continued evolution.
Complete Final Results (50,467 Total Votes)
- Till Lindemann – 30.62%
- James Hetfield – 14.12%
- Marko Hietala – 13.52%
- Corey Taylor – 8.62%
- Michael Kiske – 7.57%
- David Draiman – 3.61%
- Tommy Karevik – 2.92%
- Tobias Sammet – 2.62%
- Mikael Åkerfeldt – 2.59%
- Jonathan Davis – 2.35%
- Dani Filth – 1.99%
- Phil Anselmo – 1.72%
- Randy Blythe – 1.68%
- Anders Fridén – 1.58%
- Sam Carter – 1.57%
- Max Cavalera – 1.46%
- Tony Kakko – 1.46%
