HAMMERING THROUGH DECADES: A HISTORY OF HEAVY METAL

From its earsplitting origins in the late sixties, heavy metal has evolved into a global phenomenon. Pioneering bands like Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin forged thegenre's sound, blending blues-inspired riffs with dark, often mythological lyrics. This first wave gave rise to subgenres like NWOBHM and thrash metal, each with its own distinct flavor.