2017 in Heavy Metal Music: The Best of the Best
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Looking for the best heavy metal music of 2017? Look no further! We’ve got the cream of the crop right here, from the best albums to the best songs.
Best Metal Albums of 2017
It’s been a great year for metal music, with a wide variety of styles and sub-genres represented. In this article, we’ll be counting down the best metal albums of 2017. From technical death metal to black metal to stoner metal, there’s something for everyone on this list.
‘Goatwhore – Vengeful Ascension’
On their seventh full-length, New Orleans metal misfits Goatwhore continue spreading their diabolical gospel of blackened death ‘n’ roll. Vengeful Ascension is packed with highlights, from the spine-crushing opener “Forsaken” to the anthemic “Where The Sun Is Silent.” But it’s the title track that really stands out, with its DevilDriver-meets-Behemoth groove and Ben Falgoust’s signature snarl.
‘Power Trip – Nightmare Logic’
Number five on our list of the best metal albums of 2017 is Power Trip’s ‘Nightmare Logic.’ The Texas-based quintet’s second full-length is a radioactive blast of crossover thrash that’s as fresh and relevant as it is indebted to the genre’s pioneers. The riffs are huge, the solos are shredtastic, and the overall energy is off the charts. In a year that saw a lot of great metal albums, ‘Nightmare Logic’ stands out as one of the very best.
‘Cult of Luna and Julie Christmas – Mariner’
The album Mariner, a collaboration between Swedish metal band Cult of Luna and American singer Julie Christmas, is one of the best metal albums of 2017. The two groups have very different styles, but they come together perfectly on this album, which is atmospheric and heavy without being overbearing. Christmas’s powerful vocals are a perfect complement to the dense, complex instrumentation, and the result is an album that is both beautiful and brutal.
Best Metal Songs of 2017
It’s been a great year for heavy metal music, with a lot of great songs being released. In this article, we’ll be counting down the best metal songs of 2017. From huge anthems to crushing riffs, there’s something for everyone in this list.
‘Gojira – Stranded’
‘Gojira – Stranded’ is one of the best metal songs of 2017. The song is from the album ‘Magma’, which was released on June 16, 2017. The song has a great mixture of heavy metal and progressive elements, and the musicianship is top-notch. The song is about being stranded on a planet that is slowly dying, and the lyrics are very powerful. The vocals are excellent, and the overall atmosphere of the song is very dark and intense. This is one of the best metal songs of 2017, and it is a must-listen for any fan of heavy metal music.
‘Trivium – The Sin and the Sentence’
‘trivium released their eighth album, The Sin and the Sentence, on October 20, 2017. The album debuted at number one on Billboard’s Hard Rock Albums chart, making it the band’s second album to top the chart. The single “The Heart from Your Hate” peaked at number 22 on the Mainstream Rock Songs chart, becoming the band’s highest-charting single to date. The song “Betrayer” was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards.’
‘Body Count – No Lives Matter’
Ice T’s metal band Body Count returned in 2017 with their first new album in six years, Bloodlust. The record was a return to form for the group, with its mix of searing social commentary and pummeling metal riffs. One of the standout tracks is “No Lives Matter,” a searing indictment of police brutality and racism. The song quickly became a live favorite, with Ice T delivering its powerful message with conviction.
Best Metal Shows of 2017
It was a great year for heavy metal music, with some amazing shows taking place around the world. Here are some of the best metal shows of 2017.
‘Mastodon, Opeth, and Ghost – The Three Musketeers Tour’
Mastodon, Opeth, and Ghost – The Three Musketeers Tour was one of the best metal shows of 2017. The three bands brought their A-game, and the fans went wild. The energy was electric, and the music was incredible. If you’re a fan of metal music, then you definitely don’t want to miss out on this tour.
‘Slayer, Lamb of God, Behemoth, and Testament – The Metal Alliance Tour’
The Metal Alliance Tour is one of the most anticipated heavy metal shows of 2017. Slayer, Lamb of God, Behemoth, and Testament will be appearing in concert together for the first time ever on this tour. The Metal Alliance Tour will be making stops in major cities across the United States, Canada, and Europe.
‘Ozzfest Meets Knotfest’
Held in San Bernardino, California, on November 4-5, 2017, Ozzfest Meets Knotfest brought together two of the biggest names in metal for one incredible weekend of music. The lineup was stacked with some of the best metal bands in the world, including headliners Ozzy Osbourne and Rob Zombie. Other top acts included Stone Sour, Five Finger Death Punch, Slayer, Amon Amarth, Mastodon, and many more.
Fans were treated to two days of non-stop metal music, with Ozzfest Meets Knotfest living up to its billing as the ultimate metal festival. If you missed out on this year’s event, make sure to check out the lineup for next year’s festival.
Best New Metal Artists of 2017
It’s been a great year for metal music, with a number of new and upcoming artists making a name for themselves. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at some of the best new metal artists of 2017. So without further ado, let’s get into it.
‘Code Orange’
Code Orange is a metalcore band from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The band members are Jami Morgan on drums and vocals, Reba Meyers on guitar and vocals, Joe Goldman on bass, and Eric Balderose on guitar. The band’s sound is a mix of hardcore punk, metalcore, and industrial music.
Code Orange formed in 2008 as a hardcore punk band called Orange. The band released its first EP, The Messenger, in 2010. In 2012, the band self-released its first full-length album, Love Is Love // Return To Dust. The album was well-received by critics and fans alike, and the band began to gain a following both in the United States and internationally.
In 2016, Code Orange released its second full-length album, Forever. The album was met with critical acclaim, and the band toured extensively in support of it. In 2017, Code Orange won the Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance for the song “Forever”.
‘Power Trip’
If there’s one word to describe Power Trip, it’s “intense.” This Texas-based metal band delivers a crushing blend of hardcore punk and thrash metal that is sure to get your blood pumping. Their debut album, Manifest Decimation, is a non-stop assault of riffs and aggression that will leave you breathless. If you’re looking for a band to mosh to, Power Trip is the perfect choice.
‘Spirit Adrift’
One of the best new metal artists of 2017 is ‘Spirit Adrift’. They are a heavy metal band from Arizona, United States. The band was formed in 2016 by members of Exhorder and Gatecreeper. Their debut album, Divided By Darkness, was released in May 2017.
