Metalheaded

Metalheaded is a fictional American heavy metal band formed in Portland, Oregon, in 2013. The band is described as blending fast thrash-influenced riffing with groove-metal grooves and melodic passages, producing a sound that fits within underground and festival circuits. The project is presented as a four-piece with emphasis on energetic live performances and precise musicianship.

The original lineup featured vocalist Kai Rook, guitarist Nova Hale, bassist Loki Stern, and drummer Miri Nox. They released a self-titled demo in 2014 and their debut studio album, Ironbound, in 2016. Ironbound earned regional praise and helped the band secure multiple touring slots on the West Coast and in nearby markets. Subsequent releases included Forge of Echoes in 2019 and Metalheaded Manifesto in 2023, each expanding their audience and showcasing a balance of aggressive thrash influences and more melodic sections.

Discography highlights include the studio albums Ironbound (2016), Forge of Echoes (2019), and Metalheaded Manifesto (2023), along with the 2014 self-titled demo. The band has been noted for energetic live shows, tight rhythm sections, and a vocalist capable of both snarled shouts and hook-friendly lines. Critics have compared their approach to early thrash and modern groove metal, while some reviews highlight their willingness to experiment with dynamics and melody.

Metalheaded remains active in the narrative as of the late 2020s, with touring planned and ongoing conversations about new studio material. The name Metalheaded is also used by fans as a descriptor for the broader metal-enthusiast community surrounding the band.