post-metal - Metal awards 2025

Metal Awards Ranking

Gojira

. 3rd February 2025

Gojira is one of the most innovative metal bands of the 21st century, blending technical death metal with progressive and groove elements. Since their 1996 inception, they have crafted a unique sound characterized by heavy, rhythmic riffing, philosophical lyrics, and environmental themes. Albums like From Mars to Sirius and Magma highlight their dynamic approach, with Joe Duplantier’s distinctive growls and Mario Duplantier’s powerful drumming propelling them to global recognition.

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Spiritbox

. 3rd February 2025

A rising star in modern metal, Spiritbox blends metalcore, djent, and alternative metal with an ethereal, experimental approach. Formed in 2016, Courtney LaPlante’s haunting vocals and Mike Stringer’s intricate guitar work create an emotional, dynamic sound, as heard in Eternal Blue.

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Tool

. 3rd February 2025

A genre-defying force in alternative and progressive metal, Tool crafts intricate, thought-provoking compositions. Formed in 1990, their music blends complex rhythms, atmospheric soundscapes, and philosophical lyricism. Albums like Ænima, Lateralus, and Fear Inoculum showcase their unparalleled musicianship, with Maynard James Keenan’s enigmatic vocals, Adam Jones’ textured guitar work, and Danny Carey’s polyrhythmic drumming setting them apart as one of the most influential bands in modern rock and metal.

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Ulcerate

. 31st January 2025

Ulcerate crafts a suffocating blend of technical death metal and post-metal atmospherics. Since 2000, their dissonant, intricate compositions in albums like Stare Into Death and Be Still have made them one of the most unique and challenging bands in extreme metal.

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Sleep Token

. 31st January 2025

A mysterious collective blending alternative, progressive metal, and post-metal, Sleep Token has gained attention for their atmospheric sound and masked anonymity. Since 2016, albums like Take Me Back to Eden explore emotional depth through haunting melodies and heavy grooves.