artillerystyle

Artillery style is a subgenre of heavy metal music characterized by its focus on heavy, powerful sound and aggressive tempo. Emerging in the late 1980s and early 1990s, artillery style music is often associated with the death metal and thrash metal subgenres. Characterized by their fast tempo, aggressive riffs, and often ferocious vocals, artillery style bands frequently incorporate elements of science fiction, fantasy, and war into their lyrics and aesthetics.

Artillery style is commonly associated with bands such as Artillery (the Danish thrash metal band that coined the term), Kreator, and Sodom, although many other bands have been influenced by the subgenre. Artists within this style often experiment with complex song structures and time signature changes, creating a dynamic and unpredictable listening experience.

Lyrically, artillery style bands tend to focus on themes of war, militarism, and the human condition. Many songs express a critique of violence, authoritarianism, and the dehumanizing effects of warfare. Aesthetically, artillery style bands often adopt imagery that reflects their focus on violence and aggression, with inspiration drawn from science fiction, fantasy, and historical events.

Artillery style has influenced a wide range of metal music, with many prominent bands drawing on its aggressive and complex sound. While the subgenre's popularity may have waxed and waned over the years, its influence on the metal scene persists. Audiences seeking music characterized by intense energy, complex songcraft, and an emphasis on heavy sounds and aggressive tempo will likely find artillery style music to be a compelling listen.