Formed in Texas, Pantera evolved from an 80s glam outfit into a dominant 90s metal powerhouse defined by vocalist Phil Anselmo and guitarist Dimebag Darrell. Their major-label breakthrough came with 1992s Vulgar Display of Power, followed by the chart-topping Far Beyond Driven in 1994. Known for their singular groove metal style, the band dissolved after internal tensions and tragic deaths.
Cardiff, Wales post-hardcore trio Holding Absence: pummelling drums, sharp riffs & huge choruses; debut LP (2019, Sharptone) + UK-charting.
Currents is a post-metalcore band known for exploring internal struggles and chaos through pounding riffs. They have amassed over 80 million streams and toured with Acts like Parkway Drive and Beartooth. Their 2020 sophomore album, The Way It Ends, reached No. 2 on Billboard's Top New Artist chart.
Guns N Roses is an American rock band featuring Axl Rose, Duff McKagan, Slash, Dizzy Reed, Richard Fortus, Isaac Carpenter, and Melissa Reese. They are known for their diamond-selling 1987 debut Appetite For Destruction, which entered the Grammy Hall of Fame.
Grammy Award-winning metal titans Megadeth were founded in 1983 by vocalist and guitarist Dave Mustaine. Known for shaping heavy music, the multi-platinum band has sold 50 million records worldwide, earned 13 Grammy nominations, and released their self-titled final studio album.
Don Broco, a British band known for blending rock, pop, metal, and electro, are famed for hits like those from their Top 5 UK album "Technology." Renowned for high-energy shows, they've sold out Wembley Arena and toured with Mike Shinoda and State Champs globally.
Coheed and Cambria is a New York prog band known for sci-fi-inspired music tied to the Amory Wars storyline. Emerging in the early 2000s, the group features Claudio Sanchez, Travis Stever, Josh Eppard, and Zach Cooper.
Originating from Lawrence, Massachusetts, multi-platinum hard rock band Godsmack has earned four Grammy nominations and released hits like I Stand Alone and Voodoo. Their catalog includes eight albums featuring chart-topping rock anthems.
I Prevail, formed in Southfield, Michigan in 2013, is an American rock band known for its blend of metalcore, post-hardcore, and hard rock. They gained popularity with a metal cover of Taylor Swift's "Blank Space" and hits like "Bow Down" and "Hurricane." Their Grammy-nominated album "Trauma" and "Violent Nature" showcase their raw energy and emotional depth, captivating audiences.
Turnstile, a hardcore punk band from Baltimore, excels in barrier-breaking music. Known for albums like TIME & SPACE and GLOW ON, which received three GRAMMY nods. Key tracks produced with Will Yip and Mike Elizondo.
Bad Omens — an American metalcore/alternative metal band formed in Richmond, Virginia in 2015. Known for their genre-blending sound incorporating R&B and electronic elements, they rose to prominence with their 2022 album "The Death of Peace of Mind" and platinum hit "Just Pretend". They have released new singles in late 2025 and are actively touring globally.
Formed in LA in 2014, the rock quartet Badflower consists of Josh Katz, Joey Morrow, Alex Espiritu, and Anthony Sonetti. Their 2019 debut album, Ok, I'm Sick, featured three number one rock singles, including the Platinum-certified Ghost, which won Rock Song of the Year at the iHeartRadio Awards.
Catch Your Breath is an Austin, Texas hard rock band featuring vocalist Josh, guitarist Teddy, bassist Cianan, and drummer Onell. Known for blending synth soundscapes with relatable songwriting, the band gained major recognition with their hit single Dial Tone, which charted on Billboard and Spotify.
Virginia-born, Los Angeles-based rapper, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist Ryan Oakes blends old-school hip-hop with modern flair. Known for his independent rock-rap style, he has amassed nearly half a billion streams with songs like I WISH and SUICIDAL THOUGHTS featuring Chrissy Costanza.
Formed in Southend, alternative rock band Nothing But Thieves have achieved global success with four Top 10 albums, including their debut number one record Dead Club City. Known for soaring vocals and energetic guitars, the group has amassed billions of streams and multiple gold and platinum certifications worldwide.
Formed in Riverside, California in 2002, Suicide Silence is an American deathcore band known for their 2007 debut album, The Cleansing. Blending extreme metal styles, the group achieved chart success with albums like No Time to Bleed and The Black Crown before enduring the tragic loss of vocalist Mitch Lucker in 2012.
Seattle guitarist and singer Ayron Jones blends genres in the city's rich musical tradition. After building a following independently, he signed with Big Machine/John Varvatos Records and scored a Top 5 rock radio hit with his debut single Take Me Away. Jones has collaborated with major acts including Guns N Roses, B.B. King, and Run DMC.
Fronted by Kat Leon, Holy Wars blends alt-metal, industrial pop, and cinematic intensity. The group has toured with Evanescence and The Warning, and performed at major rock festivals including Download, Rocklahoma, and Knotfest Iowa.
Formed in Omaha, Nebraska in 1988, American rock quintet 311 blends reggae, hip-hop, funk, and metal. Known for crossover hits like Amber and Down, the multi-platinum band achieved major chart success with albums including Uplifter, Transistor, and their multi-platinum self-titled release.
Starbenders, a rock-n-roll band, are celebrated for their dynamic performances and magnetic stage presence. Fronted by Kimi Shelter, often likened to icons like Joan Jett and Johnny Thunders, the group’s lineup includes Aaron Lecesne, Kriss Tokaji, and Qi Wei. Renowned for tours with Alice In Chains and Palaye Royale, they've released 27 records in a decade, including "Love Potions" and "Take Back The Night".
Dead Poet Society is an American rock band formed in Boston, Massachusetts, in 2013. Known for their blend of alternative, indie, and blues rock, with a "heavy indie rock" sound, they released their debut album "-!-" in 2021. The band is currently touring, promoting their latest album, "FISSION".
DeathbyRomy, born Romy Maxine Flores in Los Angeles, is an American singer-songwriter known for her dark electronic pop, blending trap, industrial, and rock with a gothic aesthetic. Her music explores themes of anxiety and existentialism. Popular songs include "Problems," a viral hit, and "BDSM." Her album "Hollywood Forever" released in 2025. She has collaborated with artists like Palaye Royale and 24kGoldn.
KORN is a pioneering rock, alternative, and metal band featuring vocalist Jonathan Davis, guitarists James Munky Shaffer and Brian Head Welch, bassist Reginald Fieldy Arvizu, and drummer Ray Luzier. They have sold 40 million albums and won two GRAMMYS.
Pinkshift, a rock band from Baltimore, Maryland, formed in 2019. Composed of Ashrita Kumar (vocals), Paul Vallejo (guitar), and Myron Houngbedji (drums), they are known for their pop-punk, grunge, and alt-rock sound. The band gained recognition with their song "i'm gonna tell my therapist on you." Their albums include "Love Me Forever" and "Earthkeeper." Pinkshift is celebrated for its diverse members and advocacy for authentic expression.
Daughtry is a best-selling rock band known for high-energy live shows and collaborations with Slash, Lzzy Hale, and Papa Roach. Their 2023 EP Shock to the System earned critical acclaim and their first Active Rock radio number ones with Artificial and Pieces.
Plano, Texas's Polyphia, formed in 2010, crafts instrumental progressive rock, fusing virtuosic guitar with hip-hop, trap, and EDM. Celebrated for tracks like "G.O.A.T." and "Playing God," their albums, including "Remember That You Will Die," feature collaborations with Steve Vai and Chino Moreno, reshaping modern instrumental music.
Formed in Gympie, Australia, in 2002, The Amity Affliction is a melody-driven metalcore group known for confessional lyrics. Their 2012 album Chasing Ghosts debuted at number one on the ARIA charts, a success repeated by multiple subsequent releases.
Movements is a band that reunited with producer Will Yip for their fourth full-length album, Happier Now, on Fearless Records. Led by vocalist Patrick Miranda, the band blends elements of their early and newer material, yielding singles like Dissolve Me and Back In My Ways.
English alternative rock power trio Tigercub, fronted by Jamie Hall, blend post-grunge and maximalist production. Known for their albums Abstract Figures in the Dark, UK Top 20 release As Blue as Indigo, and Perfume of Decay, released via Stone Gossard and Regan Hagar's Loosegroove Records.
Formed in 1985, L7 is a feminist punk band blending metal and straightforward punk. They broke into the mainstream with their 1992 album Bricks Are Heavy, featuring the Top Ten single Pretend We're Dead. They also founded the Rock for Choice nonprofit in 1991.
Los Angeles rock band Beauty School Dropout, known for heavy guitar tones and sticky pop melodies, includes members Colie Hutzler, Beepus Burdett, Bardo. Signed by A&R Mark Hoppus under Verswire.
Limp Bizkit, formed in Jacksonville, Florida in 1994, is a pioneering nu metal and rap rock band. Fronted by Fred Durst, with Wes Borland, John Otto, and DJ Lethal, they are known for hits like "Nookie" and "Break Stuff." Founding bassist Sam Rivers passed in October 2025. The band remains active, with members pursuing individual projects and the group currently touring, maintaining their influential presence.
Formed in Sacramento, Dance Gavin Dance defies categorization by blending heavy metal, hardcore punk, melodic screamo, and pop melancholy. The definitive lineup features Tilian Pearson, Jon Mess, Will Swan, Tim Feerick, and Matt Mingus. With eight studio albums released, the band has built a thriving fanbase through their diverse and propulsive musical style.
Originating in Florida, Rain City Drive is an alternative rock and post-hardcore band known for hits like Talk to a Friend and Heavier from their 2020 album To Better Days, as well as their 2022 self-titled release.
Meade is a rock and country artist known for albums like Black Sheep and Abstract Art of an Unstable Mind, plus the EP Pretty Little Waist. His Top 25 rock radio single BLACKOUT helped drive success, alongside the collaborative release Meade-E-Oak'r Mixtape.
Fox Lake, originating from Denver, Colorado in 2017, delivers an energetic nu-metal and metalcore sound. The band blends hardcore, hip-hop, and rock 'n' roll elements, known for undeniable grooves and an anti-establishment swagger. Their album "New World Heat" features popular songs like "Pure Adrenaline" and "Freestyle." Fox Lake has collaborated with artists such as Avoid, Silent Planet, Mugshot, and Eyes of Salt, recognized for their powerful, genre-defying music.
Formed in Byron Bay in 2003, Parkway Drive have released seven studio albums on Epitaph, including Deep Blue, IRE, Reverence, and Darker Still. The Australian heavy band won the 2023 ARIA Award for Best Hard Rock / Heavy Metal Album and have achieved six Gold-certified albums at home.
BABYMETAL is a Japanese kawaii metal band formed in Tokyo in 2010. Pioneers of the genre, they fuse heavy metal with J-pop idol music. The current lineup features Su-metal, Moametal, and Momometal. Known for hits like "Gimme Chocolate!!" and "Megitsune," they are currently touring globally with festival appearances and released new music in 2026.
Founded in 2016 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, The HU is a Hunnu Rock band blending traditional throat singing with Western rock. Their debut album, The Gereg, hit number one on the World Album charts. They received Mongolia's Order of Genghis Khan and the UNESCO Artist of Peace designation.
Memphis May Fire is an aggressive rock and metal band featuring singer Matty Mullins, guitarist Kellen McGregor, bassist Cory Elder, and drummer Jake Garland. Known for their sixth album, Broken, the group has toured globally with acts like Killswitch Engage and Sleeping With Sirens.
Formed in Tuscaloosa, Alabama in 2008, metalcore band Gideon features drummer Jake Smelley, vocalist Daniel McWhorter, guitarist Tyler Riley, and bassist Caleb DeRusha. They debuted with Costs in 2011, followed by Milestone, Calloused, Cold, and Out Of Control.
Formed by Kentucky natives, country-metal band Devil's Cut gained traction with their 2019 cover of Tequila and the 2022 TikTok hit Insomnia. Known for millions of streams and major festival sets, they released the album Roadkill via MNRK Music Group.
Formed by Josh Homme in the 1990s out of Kyuss, Queens of the Stone Age is a heavy rock band known for hits like "No One Knows" and "Go with the Flow". Anchored by Homme, the revolving lineup notably featured Dave Grohl on the 2002 breakthrough album Songs for the Deaf.
Formed in Toronto, rock band Billy Talent are best known for their multi-platinum albums and numerous chart-topping radio hits. Having sold millions of records internationally, the generation-defining group has earned seven Juno Awards from 23 nominations and achieved consecutive number-one album debuts.
Senses Fail formed in Ridgewood, New Jersey, evolving through emo, post-hardcore, and metalcore across nearly 25 years. Led by frontman Buddy Nielsen, the band achieved iconic status with their Gold-selling debut album, Let It Enfold You.
Boston Manor, a British rock band from Blackpool, England, formed in 2013. They blend alternative rock, emo, and post-hardcore, known for energetic performances and emotionally charged lyrics. Their discography includes albums like "Datura" and "Sundiver." Popular songs include "Halo" and "Foxglove." The band earned nominations for Kerrang! and Heavy Music Awards, and collaborated with artists such as John Floreani.
Letdown. is the alt-rock project of Texas-born, Nashville-based singer Blake Coddington. Known for cathartic anthems like the Top 25 hit Hate Myself and the Top 20 single Crying In The Shower, he has amassed millions of streams and toured the U.S. and Europe.
Formed in Philadelphia, Varials blends hardcore intensity and nu-metal groove. The band is known for unflinching honesty across albums like Pain Again, In Darkness, and Scars for You to Remember, establishing a reputation as a commanding live act.
Formed in England by vocalist Ian Astbury and guitarist Billy Duffy, the Cult evolved from a goth post-punk outfit into a leading hard rock band. They achieved major success with albums like Love and Sonic Temple, featuring hits such as She Sells Sanctuary and Fire Woman.
Static Dress, from Leeds, England, formed in 2018, crafts intense post-hardcore, metalcore, and emo. Celebrated for their immersive multimedia world-building and dynamic live shows, they released albums like Rouge Carpet Disaster and Injury Episode. They earned Kerrang!'s Best New Band and Heavy Music Awards' Best Breakthrough Live Artist. Collaborations include Underoath.
Escape the Fate, formed in Las Vegas in 2004, is an American rock band known for its dynamic post-hardcore, metalcore, and hard rock sound. Key songs include "One For the Money" (Platinum), "Situations," and "Broken Heart". Their album "Dying Is Your Latest Fashion" achieved Gold status, and their self-titled album topped the Hard Rock Albums chart. Albums include "Out of the Shadows" (2023) and "Redefined" (2025).
Deafheaven formed in the Bay Area in 2010 as a duo of childhood friends vocalist George Clarke and guitarist Kerry McCoy. Drummer Daniel Tracy joined in 2012, guitarist/keyboardist Shiv Mehra in 2013, and bassist Chris Johnson in 2017.
Traitors is a South Florida-based deathcore band formed in 2013, known for their crushing downtempo riffs, massive breakdowns, and aggressive vocals. Led by Tyler Shelton, their music explores themes of mental illness and societal discord. They released the album "Phobias" in 2025 and continue to release new music and perform.
San Diego's SeeYouSpaceCowboy, formed in 2016, mingles sasscore, punk, mathcore, and metalcore. Frontwoman Connie Sgarbossa's real-life trauma inspires their music, known for rawness and profound themes in albums like "The Romance Of Affliction."
Incubus, a renowned alternative band from Los Angeles, featuring Brandon Boyd, Mike Einziger, and more, are celebrated for hits like "Drive" and iconic albums like "Morning View." With over 23 million albums sold and numerous Top 5 Billboard 200 debuts, they are known for boundary-pushing sound and rapturous live shows, including their Hollywood Bowl performance.
Tallahassee pop-rock/emo quintet Mayday Parade rose in the late-2000s emo wave with gold and platinum singles “Jamie All Over” and “Miserable At Best.” Their Sweet, Sad and Sugar trilogy spans nearly 30 songs and was released independently.
Thousand Below’s album Buried In Jade blends metalcore, post-hardcore, modern pop, and atmospheric rock. Produced by Austin Coupe, with select tracks by Josh Gilbert (Palace Of Dread, The Quiet And Cold), and mixed by Joseph McQueen.
Vermont-born Joe Mulherin, aka nothing,nowhere., blends emo-rap, trap, and indie rock. Known for albums like Reaper and Trauma Factory, he’s collaborated with Travis Barker, Pete Wentz, and others.
Atlanta-born Josh Scogin leads ’68, a bluesy hardcore rock duo with Nikko Yamada; toured w/ BMTH, Stone Sour; debut LP hit #1 Billboard New Artist.
Corey Taylor, Grammy winner with Slipknot, also fronts Stone Sour. Known for hits like "Before I Forget" and "Through Glass," he's authored bestsellers and acted in films. Collaborated with icons like Dave Grohl.
Tallah are an experimental, loud band formed in 2018. Their concept albums include Matriphagy (2020) and The Generation Of Danger (2022). Third album Primeval: Obsession // Detachment was recorded live in Michigan with producer Josh Schroeder.
Formed in Huntington Beach, California, in 1999, Avenged Sevenfold (A7X) are hard rock/New Wave of American Heavy Metal pioneers with over 2B streams and 10M records sold. They’ve scored two consecutive Billboard 200 No. 1 albums and multiple No. 1 rock singles.
White Reaper, a rock band formed by Tony Esposito, Ryan Hater, Hunter Thompson, Nick & Sam Wilkerson, rose with albums like "White Reaper Does It Again" & hit "Might Be Right". Known for electric live shows & opening for Pearl Jam.
Berkeley-born punk band Rancid, formed by ex-Operation Ivy members in 1991, earned fame with hits like "…And Out Come The Wolves". Known for powerful, socially-aware lyrics and enduring influence in punk rock.
Formed in 2002, the Los Angeles punk band The Bronx features Matt Caughthran, Joby J. Ford, Ken Horne, Brad Magers, and Joey Castillo. They released their self-titled debut in 2003 and have since released six original albums, plus three under their alter ego, Mariachi El Bronx.
Los Angeles prog/alt-metal band formed by Danny Carey, Adam Jones, Maynard James Keenan and Paul D’Amour. Breakthrough with 1996’s Ænima; Lateralus and 10,000 Days topped Billboard 200. Fear Inoculum earned Grammy noms; won 2020 Best Metal Performance.
Fame on Fire blends rock, hip hop, and heavy music, known for their honest and bold style. Their debut album, LEVELS, showcases emotionally charged, diverse tracks.
All-female loud rock band behind “Harajuku Core,” fusing metalcore/hardcore with pop. Major debut July 2023; toured EU/US/Asia; played Lollapalooza & Wacken. Twin vocals: Yukina shouts + Matsuri melodies.
Dethklok is a Mordland-based virtual death metal band starring in the television show Metalocalypse. Formed by members Nathan Explosion, Skwisgaar Skwigelf, Toki Wartooth, William Murderface, and Pickles the Drummer, the group released chart-successful albums including The Dethalbum, Dethalbum II, Dethalbum III, and Dethalbum IV.
Seattle’s Dragged Under blend punk, hardcore, metal, and alt rock with crushing riffs, whiplash hooks, and fierce vocals, known for tracks like “AlgoRHYTHM.”
Ithaca, a UK band known for fusing metalcore with blackgaze and 90s metal, emphasizes queer identity and diverse heritage. Their debut, "The Language of Injury," gained acclaim and tours.
Jehnny Beth is the frontwoman of the Mercury Prize-nominated post-punk band Savages. Known for her solo debut To Love Is To Live, she has collaborated with Idles and Gorillaz. Alongside music, she is an actress who appeared in Anatomy of a Fall and created the TV series ECHOES.
Call Me Karizma, born Morgan Parriott in New Prague, Minnesota, creates post-pop, hip-hop, and punk music. Known for honest lyrics on mental health, he transforms pain into cathartic art. Popular songs include "Rebels" and "Monster (Under My Bed)". Albums like "To Hell With Hollywood" and "Francis" showcase his acclaimed style. He has collaborated with artists such as Illenium.
Pennywise is a punk rock/hardcore band from Hermosa Beach, CA, known for fast-paced anthems like “Bro Hymn,” “Fuck Authority,” and “Same Old Story.” The lineup includes Jim Lindberg, Fletcher Dragge, Byron McMackin, and Randy Bradbury.
Fire From The Gods blends hard rock, metal, hardcore, and hip hop, channeling personal struggle and social unrest into anthems. Known for high-energy live shows, they have performed at international festivals like Rock Am Ring and shared stages with Korn, Megadeth, and Metallica.
Sydney metalcore band Polaris blend melodic ferocity with post-rock/electronic touches; known for “Nightmare,” “The Crossfire” & ARIA-nominated album "The Death of Me".
A.F.I. (A Fire Inside), formed in Ukiah, California in 1991, is an American rock band. Known for their evolving sound, they blend hardcore punk, gothic rock, and alternative rock. Popular songs include "Miss Murder," "Girl's Not Grey," and "Silver and Cold." Albums like "Sing the Sorrow" and "Decemberunderground" achieved mainstream success, with the latter hitting number one on the Billboard 200.
