Viking metal is a subgenre of heavy metal that incorporates elements of Nordic mythology and folklore. The music often features aggressive guitar riffs, thundering drums, and epic vocals that tell tales of battles, gods, and legendary heroes. The lyrics are typically sung in English or Scandinavian languages and are heavily influenced by Viking culture. The genre has gained popularity in recent years with bands blending traditional folk instruments like the accordion and fiddle with heavy metal instrumentation.
Here is a list of viking metal artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the viking metal genre. You can find out what viking metal genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.
