Symphonic metal is a genre of heavy metal music that incorporates elements of classical music, such as orchestral instruments and operatic vocals. The music is characterized by its grandiose and epic sound, often featuring soaring melodies, complex arrangements, and powerful vocals. Symphonic metal bands often use a combination of clean and harsh vocals, and lyrics often explore themes of fantasy, mythology, and epic storytelling. The genre has gained popularity in recent years, with bands such as Nightwish, Within Temptation, and Amaranthe leading the way.
Here is a list of symphonic metal artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the symphonic metal genre. You can find out what symphonic metal genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.