The Best Heavy Metal Music from the Motion Picture Soundtracks

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If you’re a fan of heavy metal music, then you know that some of the best tracks come from movie soundtracks. Here, we’ve compiled a list of the best heavy metal music from motion picture soundtracks. So crank up the volume and headbang away!

Introduction

Heavy metal music and movies have always had a close relationship. For many fans of the genre, some of the most memorable moments in metal history have come from film. Whether it’s Metallica’s performance in “Masters of the Universe” or Guns N’ Roses’ work on “Terminator 2: Judgment Day,” metal and film have always been a perfect match.

In recent years, the relationship between metal and movies has only grown stronger. A new generation of filmmakers has arisen who are not only fans of metal music, but who also understand how to use it to enhance their films. As a result, we’ve seen some truly great metal music appearing in motion picture soundtracks over the past few years.

In this article, we’re going to take a look at some of the best heavy metal music that has appeared in motion picture soundtracks in recent years. We’ll be covering a wide range of films, from major blockbusters to independent releases, and we think you’re going to love what we have to offer.

The Best Heavy Metal Songs from Motion Picture Soundtracks

If you’re a fan of heavy metal music, you’ve probably noticed that a lot of metal songs are used in movie soundtracks. While some soundtracks are better than others, there are a few that stand out as being exceptional. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the best metal songs that have been used in movie soundtracks.

“The Immortals” from the movie “Highlander”

In the movie “Highlander”, there could be only one, and that one was played by an immortal Scottish swordsman named Connor MacLeod. The film’s opening scene focuses on Connor as he becomes immortal after being stabbed through the chest in a battle in 1536. Highlander is a cult classic movie, and its soundtrack is just as popular, thanks in part to the song “The Immortals” by heavy metal band Queen.

The song is an upbeat rocker with a strong guitar riff and powerful vocals from Freddie Mercury. It perfectly encapsulates the movie’s themes of immortality and fighting for one’s life. “The Immortals” was released as a single in 1986, and it peaked at #44 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It remains one of Queen’s most popular songs, and it is often considered to be one of the best heavy metal songs of all time.

“Princes of the Universe” from the movie “Highlander”

The song “Princes of the Universe” by the British rock band Queen is one of the most popular heavy metal songs from a motion picture soundtrack. The song was released in 1986 as part of the Highlander movie soundtrack and has since been featured in numerous movies, TV shows, and video games.

“For Whom the Bell Tolls” from the movie ” Metallica: Some Kind of Monster”

This track was released in 2004 as part of the soundtrack for the documentary film Metallica: Some Kind of Monster. The song is a cover of the Metallica original, which was released in 1984 on the album Ride the Lightning. “For Whom the Bell Tolls” features some of the heaviest riffs ever put to tape, and its lyrical themes of death and warfare have made it a fan favorite.

“The Memory Remains” from the movie ” Metallica: Some Kind of Monster”

“The Memory Remains” is a song by American heavy metal band Metallica, from their ninth studio album, St. Anger. It was released as the fourth and final single from the album on December 16, 2003. The song peaked at number 44 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and number 51 on the Hot 100 Airplay chart.

The lyrics of “The Memory Remains” were written by James Hetfield about addiction and how it can keep someone from moving forward in life. The song also features a guest appearance by Marianne Faithfull, who provides backing vocals.

“The Call of Ktulu” from the movie ” Metallica: Some Kind of Monster”

“The Call of Ktulu” is a song by American heavy metal band Metallica. It was released as the second single from their ninth studio album, Death Magnetic (2008). The song was written by James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, and Kirk Hammett, and produced by Rick Rubin.

The song is based on the short story “The Call of Cthulhu” by H.P. Lovecraft. The lyrics tell the story of Cthulhu, a monstrous being who sleeps in the underwater city of R’lyeh.

The song received positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmosphere and musicianship. It peaked at number nine on Billboard’s Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.

Conclusion

In conclusion, these are some of the best metal tracks featured in motion picture soundtracks. They perfectly capture the intensity, darkness, and energy of metal while also being able to stand on their own as great songs. Whether you’re a fan of metal or not, these tracks are sure to get your blood pumping and get your head banging.

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