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Metal Awards Ranking

Insomnium

By Rolf Lewis
. 3rd February 2025

Masters of melancholic melodic death metal, Insomnium crafts emotional, atmospheric soundscapes blending heaviness with deep, introspective lyrics. Since 1997, albums like Shadows of the Dying Sun and Winter’s Gate have showcased their ability to fuse melody, sorrow, and aggression.

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Deicide

By Rolf Lewis
. 3rd February 2025

One of the most notorious death metal bands, Deicide is known for their blasphemous themes and brutal sound. Since 1987, Glen Benton’s guttural vocals and Steve Asheim’s relentless drumming have fueled albums like Legion and Once Upon the Cross, solidifying them as a key player in extreme metal.

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Gamma Ray

By Rolf Lewis
. 3rd February 2025

Founded by Kai Hansen after leaving Helloween, Gamma Ray has been a major force in power and speed metal since 1989. Albums like Land of the Free and Somewhere Out in Space feature fast-paced anthems, soaring vocals, and uplifting melodies, carrying the torch for classic power metal.

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Symphony X

By Rolf Lewis
. 3rd February 2025

Blending progressive metal with neoclassical and symphonic elements, Symphony X is known for their intricate compositions and powerful storytelling. Since 1994, albums like The Divine Wings of Tragedy and Paradise Lost have showcased their technical mastery and dynamic songwriting.

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Stratovarius

By Rolf Lewis
. 3rd February 2025

A cornerstone of neoclassical and symphonic power metal, Stratovarius has delivered soaring melodies and virtuosic performances since 1984. Albums like Visions and Eternal showcase Timo Kotipelto’s operatic vocals and Jens Johansson’s intricate keyboard work, cementing them as one of the most influential bands in the genre.