Prog metal is a subgenre of heavy metal that combines elements of progressive rock with heavy metal. It is characterized by complex time signatures, intricate instrumental passages, and often features conceptual themes. The vocals can range from clean to harsh and are often used to convey the story or message of the music. Sleep Token, Riverside, and Leprous are all examples of bands that incorporate these elements into their music, creating a unique and dynamic sound that appeals to fans of both metal and progressive rock.
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Here is a list of prog metal artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the prog metal genre. You can find out what prog metal genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.
