Progressive metal project from Paris, formed in 2024 and exploring technically ambitious compositions from the French capital. Their short, punchy name contrasts with the complexity of their progressive approach.

Progressive thrash/groove metal band from Paris, formed in 2020 and blending progressive complexity with thrash speed and groove metal's rhythmic punch. Their multi-genre approach creates a technically demanding yet viscerally heavy sound.

Decidedly heavy and deliberately confrontational, this death metal, melodic death metal, and progressive metal act from Kaluga traffics in labyrinthine song structures built on chromatic riff mazes. Since 2021, they've built a catalog that reflects Russia's sprawling, uncompromising metal landscape.

Progressive metal band from Oulu, formed in 2021 and exploring technically ambitious compositions from northern Finland. Their sound pushes metal's boundaries with complex structures and dynamic arrangements.

Symphonic/progressive metal band from Hamburg, formed in 2017 and layering orchestral arrangements over intricate progressive compositions. Their ambitious approach combines the epic scope of symphonic metal with progressive rock's structural complexity.

Progressive death metal and death 'n' roll band from Aberdeen, Scotland, active since 2013, not to be confused with the Dutch slamming brutal death metal band of the same name. Their sound merges death metal's technical aggression with the groove-laden swagger of death 'n' roll.

Exploring the depths of death metal and progressive metal, this Italian outfit from Foggia has been refining their craft since 2021. Their sound hinges on odd-time signatures woven into surprisingly accessible songwriting, delivered with ruthless intent.

Progressive/thrash metal band from Saint-Etienne, active since 2016 and merging progressive complexity with thrash's aggressive velocity. Their corrosion-derived name suggests the deterioration and decay at the heart of their sound.

Laying down tracks since 2014, this Trollhättan Progressive Metal outfit delivers polyrhythmic complexity balanced with emotive melodic passages. Their place within the Gothenburg school's homeland speaks to the depth of the region's heavy music culture.