The Best Heavy Metal Music Magazine Spreads
We’ve collected some of the best heavy metal music magazine spreads for your viewing pleasure. From famous covers to incredible layouts, these magazines know how to do metal right.
Introduction
As a lifelong fan of heavy metal music, I have always been fascinated by the evolution of the genre’s visual aesthetic. From the early days of crudely drawn flyers and album covers to the glossy, high-production values of today’s magazines, there has always been an emphasis on creating visually arresting imagery to go along with the punishing sound of metal.
While there are many great heavy metal magazine spreads out there, these are some of my personal favorites:
1) Kerrang! Magazine – May 2014 (Issue 1797)
2) Decibel Magazine – April 2014 (Issue 111)
3) Metal Hammer Magazine – March 2014 (Issue 278)
4) Revolver Magazine – February 2014 (Issue 172)
5) Guitar World Magazine – January 2014 (Issue 282)
Decibel Magazine
Decibel is a monthly heavy metal music magazine published by Alfred Publishing. The magazine features interviews, album reviews, and columns offering criticism and commentary on the metal scene.
Kerrang! Magazine
Kerrang! is a British magazine dedicated to rock music and heavy metal music, published by Worldwide Media, Inc. It was first published on 6 June 1981 as a one-off supplement in the Sounds newspaper. In the early 2000s it became an official supplement of the Daily Star. It is also available online in the United States.
The magazine is devoted to heavier styles of rock music and counter culture. The tag line “for those who like their music loud, violent and non-conformist” was featured on the cover of their first issue. Kerrang! has released several successful compilation albums, including Kerrang! Greatest Hits (2006) and Kerrang! Classics (2011).
Metal Hammer Magazine
Metal Hammer Magazine is one of the most popular heavy metal music magazines out there. They have been putting out great content for years, and their magazine spreads are no exception.
Their magazine spreads are always packed with interesting articles and interviews, and they always feature some great photos of metal bands. If you’re a fan of heavy metal music, then you should definitely check out Metal Hammer Magazine.
Conclusion
To conclude, there are some fantastic magazine spreads out there that perfectly capture the spirit of heavy metal music. If you’re looking for some great visual inspiration, be sure to check out some of the examples we’ve featured in this article.
