Genre of rock music that emerged in Britain and the United…

Genre of rock music that emerged in Britain and the United States around 1970, characterised by loud distorted guitars, thunderous drums, emphatic bass and dramatic vocals. Black Sabbath, from Birmingham, is often credited with defining its dark sound, followed by Judas Priest, Iron Maiden and Motörhead. Later subgenres include thrash, pioneered by bands such as Slayer and Megadeth, alongside doom and death styles. Fans often wear leather, denim and studs.

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