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The Little Book of Knowledge: Heavy Metal

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The Little Book of Knowledge: Heavy Metal

by S. Baring-Gould

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Language	:	English
File size	:	149018 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	74 pages

Heavy metal is a genre of rock music that is characterized by its heavy, distorted guitars, thunderous drums, and soaring vocals. It is often associated with themes of rebellion, darkness, and power.

The origins of heavy metal can be traced back to the late 1960s, when bands like Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, and Deep Purple began to experiment with a heavier, more aggressive sound. These bands were influenced by a variety of genres, including blues, rock, and psychedelic rock.

In the 1970s, heavy metal began to develop its own unique identity. Bands like Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, and Motorhead helped to define the genre with their fast-paced, riff-heavy songs.

In the 1980s, heavy metal exploded in popularity. Bands like Metallica, Slayer, and Megadeth helped to bring the genre to a mainstream audience. This era also saw the rise of glam metal, a subgenre of heavy metal that was characterized by its flashy clothes and anthemic songs.

In the 1990s, heavy metal began to diversify. Bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam helped to bring grunge to the forefront, while bands like Pantera and Sepultura helped to popularize groove metal.

In the 2000s, heavy metal continued to evolve. Bands like Slipknot and Avenged Sevenfold helped to bring a new generation of fans to the genre.

Today, heavy metal is a global phenomenon. It is one of the most popular genres of music in the world, and it continues to inspire and influence musicians and fans of all ages.

The Little Book of Knowledge: Heavy Metal

The Little Book of Knowledge: Heavy Metal is a comprehensive guide to the history, culture, and music of heavy metal. This book is perfect for fans of all ages, from those who are just discovering the genre to those who have been following it for decades.

The Little Book of Knowledge: Heavy Metal covers a wide range of topics, including:

The history of heavy metal
The culture of heavy metal
The music of heavy metal
The greatest heavy metal bands
The greatest heavy metal albums
The greatest heavy metal songs
The greatest heavy metal lyrics
The greatest heavy metal videos
The greatest heavy metal documentaries

The Little Book of Knowledge: Heavy Metal is the perfect way to learn more about one of the most popular and influential genres of music in the world.