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Groove metal, sometimes called neo-thrash or post-thrash, is a heavy metal subgenre that emerged in the early 1990s, evolving from thrash metal but with slower tempos and rhythmic, groove-driven guitar work. Pioneered in the late 1980s by bands like Exhorder, Prong, and Bad Brains, the genre gained widespread recognition through the commercial success of Pantera, White Zombie, Machine Head, and Sepultura.
Groove Metal played a crucial role in shaping the new wave of American heavy metal, nu metal, and metalcore, continuing to thrive in the 2000s with bands like Lamb of God, DevilDriver, and Five Finger Death Punch, and into the 2010s with acts like Killer Be Killed and Bad Wolves. Known for its bouncy, unconventional rhythms, groove metal integrates elements from industrial, death metal, nu-metal, and hardcore, with hardcore punk as a key component of its sound.
Slipknot – The End, So Far The End, So Far, released in 2022, marks a compelling chapter in Slipknot’s storied career. As their final album with longtime label Roadrunner Records, it encapsulates both a reflection on their past and a forward-looking evolution of their sound. The record ventures into new territories, blending their signature aggression…
AfterLife showcases Five Finger Death Punch’s evolution while staying true to their trademark blend of heavy riffs, melodic hooks, and emotional intensity. The album features a dynamic exploration of themes like resilience, mortality, and personal growth.
We Are Not Your Kind is Slipknot at their most vicious and most calculated, fusing chaos with craft. It’s a haunted house of sound—violent, atmospheric, and unflinching. A record that breathes fire, bleeds honesty, and leaves bruises where it should.