Since 2014, this British heavy metal act has kept the flame of traditional metal burning from Southampton. Their sound is built on the genre's bedrock: powerful riffs, commanding vocals, and unwavering commitment.

Bülent Ceylan is a German comedian born in Mannheim in 1976, long established as one of Germany's most prominent stand-up performers through his sharp cultural satire and character work. His debut album Ich liebe Menschen (2024), released via Napalm Records, channels German-language industrial metal interspersed with collaborative tracks featuring artists ranging from Saltatio Mortis to Peter Maffay. The record addresses online hate and racism and was followed by a performance at the Wacken Open Air festival.

Progressive heavy metal band from Marseille, France, active since 2013. They blend progressive complexity with heavy metal power from the Mediterranean port city.

Heavy metal band from Kirov, Russia, active since 2009. C.H.R.O.M.E has spent over fifteen years delivering traditional metal from the Vyatka region.

Heavy metal band from North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, formed in 2020. They craft classic heavy metal rooted in powerful riffs and traditional German metal sensibilities.

Heavy metal band from Joensuu in eastern Finland, formed in 2018. They deliver classic heavy metal from the gateway to Finnish North Karelia.

Heavy metal band from Oulu in northern Finland, active since 1993. With over three decades of history, Caballero are among the most enduring heavy metal acts in northern Finland.

Heavy metal band from Ingolstadt, Germany, emerging in 2025. They deliver fresh classic heavy metal energy from the heart of Bavaria.

Heavy metal band from Seville, Spain, active since 2006. They forge classic heavy metal with strong riffs and driving energy from the Andalusian capital.