Groove Metal

Of Kingdom and Crown by Machine Head, released on August 26, 2022, via Nuclear Blast and Imperium Recordings, is a concept album inspired by the anime Attack on Titan, exploring themes of loss and revenge.

Catharsis by Machine Head, released on January 26, 2018, via Nuclear Blast, blends groove metal and nu-metal. Produced by Robb Flynn and Zack Ohren, it features personal and political themes.

Bloodstone & Diamonds, Machine Head’s eighth album, released on November 7, 2014, by Nuclear Blast, blends heavy riffs and melodic passages with experimental elements. Produced by Robb Flynn, it explores personal struggle and societal critique.

Unto the Locust, Machine Head’s seventh album, released September 27, 2011, by Roadrunner Records, blends thrash and melody, featuring Flynn’s classical guitar influences and a children’s choir on “Who We Are.”

Ever wondered which Pantera album is the top fan favorite? We’ve ranked their albums from the iconic “Cowboys From Hell” era to their last.

Machine Head’s The Blackening (2007), recorded at Sharkbite Studios, features intricate, lengthy tracks and socio-political themes. The standout “Aesthetics of Hate” responds to an article on Dimebag Darrell​.

Through the Ashes of Empires, released on December 16, 2003, by Roadrunner Records, marks Machine Head’s return to groove and thrash metal. Produced by Robb Flynn, it features Phil Demmel’s impactful return.

Supercharger, released on October 2, 2001, by Roadrunner Records, is Machine Head’s nu-metal album featuring rap-style vocals and turntable scratching.

The Burning Red by Machine Head, released on August 1, 1999, via Roadrunner Records, blends nu-metal and alternative metal. Produced by Ross Robinson at Indigo Ranch Studios, it features introspective lyrics.

The More Things Change… by Machine Head, released on March 25, 1997, via Roadrunner Records, blends groove and thrash metal. Notable tracks like “Ten Ton Hammer” showcase themes of societal critique and personal struggle.

Napalm Death’s “Inside the Torn Apart” (1997) is a departure from their typical grindcore sound,
featuring slower tempos and industrial influences. The album explores introspective and existential themes, deviating from the band’s usual political commentary.

Napalm Death’s 1996 album “Diatribes” marks a shift from grindcore to groove metal and industrial sounds. Addressing social and political issues, it divided fans with its experimental approach.

Pantera’s ninth studio album, “Reinventing the Steel” (2000), is a relentless showcase of groove metal, featuring the band’s signature heavy riffs, aggressive vocals, and a guest appearance by Slayer guitarist Kerry King. It marked the band’s final studio release before their disbandment in 2003.

Pantera’s 1996 album “The Great Southern Trendkill” explores themes of addiction, despair, and inner turmoil. Musically, the album features some of the band’s heaviest and most experimental work.

Pantera’s “Far Beyond Driven” (1994), is an aggressive and intense expression of groove metal. The album features heavy riffs, screaming vocals, and hard-hitting rhythms, with standout tracks like “5 Minutes Alone,” “I’m Broken,” and “Becoming.”

Pantera’s “Vulgar Display of Power” (1992), solidified their aggressive groove metal sound. The album’s unrelenting intensity and influential tracks made it a landmark release in metal.

“Cowboys from Hell” marked a pivotal shift from their glam metal past to a heavier groove metal sound. The album’s success propelled the band into mainstream recognition and solidified their place in heavy metal history.

“Burn My Eyes,” Machine Head’s debut, released on August 9, 1994, via Roadrunner Records, blends thrash and groove metal with socio-political lyrics. It was Roadrunner’s best-selling debut until Slipknot’s 1999 album.

In the heart of Brazil’s vibrant culture, Sepultura found their beat, fusing the raw energy of metal with the ancient rhythms of tribal music. Their journey was not just about sound; it was a rediscovery of roots, a bold dance between tradition and innovation.

When we talk about the band Lamb of God, it’s easy to picture their heavy riffs and intense stage presence. But there’s an interesting backstory to this band that many might not know. Once upon a time, Lamb of God went by a different name – Burn the Priest.