New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal (NWoTHM) is a subgenre of heavy metal that emerged in the early 2000s. It is characterized by a return to the classic sound and style of traditional heavy metal from the 1970s and 1980s. The music typically features fast-paced, guitar-driven riffs, soaring vocals, and a focus on melody and catchy hooks. The lyrics often deal with themes of fantasy, mythology, and rebellion. Bands in this genre often incorporate elements of speed metal and thrash metal into their sound.
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