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german black metal
Parent Genre: metal

German black metal is a subgenre of heavy metal music that emerged in Germany in the early 1990s. It is characterized by its dark and aggressive sound, often featuring fast-paced guitar riffs, blast beats, and harsh vocals. The lyrics often deal with themes of darkness, death, and the occult. Nargaroth, Kanonenfieber, and Lantlôs are all notable bands within the genre, each bringing their own unique style and approach to the sound.


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