Neo-classical metal is a subgenre of heavy metal that incorporates classical music elements, such as complex guitar solos, symphonic orchestration, and operatic vocals. The genre often features fast-paced, technical instrumentation and virtuosic guitar playing. The music is characterized by its use of classical scales and modes, as well as its incorporation of classical instruments like violins and cellos. The lyrics often deal with themes of fantasy, mythology, and epic storytelling.
Here is a list of neo classical metal artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the neo classical metal genre. You can find out what neo classical metal genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.
