Straddling the line between power metal and symphonic metal, this Italian actfrom Lucca fuses lush keyboard atmospherics layered over crushing rhythmic power into a cohesive whole. They've been at it since 2015, and uncompromising in their vision, they deliver exactly what their audience demands.

Melodic death/power metal band from Pudasjarvi in northern Finland, formed in 2023 and carrying forward the rich Finnish melodeath tradition established by their more famous namesake. Their sound channels the swamp-inspired melodic death metal aesthetic.

Devotees of folk metal, gothic metal, and heavy metal, this Italian outfit from Cosio Valtellino (Sondrio) has been refining their craft since 2022. Their sound hinges on celebratory drinking-song energy fused with genuine heaviness, delivered with punishing consistency.

Symphonic power/melodic death metal band from Helmstedt, Germany, active since 2011 and combining orchestral grandeur with the melodic aggression of Scandinavian-style death metal. Their compositions layer sweeping symphonic arrangements over powerful riffing and dynamic vocals.

Power metal band from La Rinconada near Seville, formed in 2016 and delivering soaring, anthem-driven compositions from Andalusia. Their Cerberus-inspired name adds mythological gravitas to their epic sound.

Progressive power/thrash metal band from Southend-on-Sea, England, active since 2008 and blending the technical ambition of progressive metal with power metal's melodic sweep and thrash's aggressive edge. Their sound navigates complex arrangements while maintaining the driving momentum of classic thrash.

Yaroslavl's metal underground has produced no shortage of heavy acts, and this black metal, death metal, and gothic metal unit is among them — wielding lush keyboard atmospherics layered over crushing rhythmic power. Uncompromising in their vision, they deliver exactly what their audience demands.

Straddling the line between heavy metal and power metal, this Swedish actfrom Upplands Väsby fuses neo-classical shredding wrapped in epic arrangements into a cohesive whole. They've been at it since 2018, and fantasy-informed lyrics pair naturally with their soaring musical ambition.

Active in Moscow since 2016, this Russian act forges Power Metal built on Helloween-school optimism forged in twin-guitar brilliance. The emphasis falls on melody, speed, and unapologetic triumphalism.