http://www.rhapsody.com/charts?cat=artist&category=genre&genreId=1047&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rssTop Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody OnlineExperimental Metalen720Sun, 20 Dec 2009 04:59:52 -0800 http://static.realone.com/rotw/images/logo_rhapsody_113x22.gif http://www.rhapsody.com/charts?cat=artist&category=genre&genreId=1047&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.8942674&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Industrial Metal Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:55:35 -0800 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.8942674 art.8942674 Puscifer art.8942674 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.8942674&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.8942674&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.6717&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Metalcore Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:08:21 -0800 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.6717 art.6717 Isis art.6717 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.6717&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.6717&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.1855&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Thrash/Speed Metal Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:42:50 -0700 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.1855 art.1855 Meshuggah art.1855 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.1855&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.1855&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Chaos A.D.-era Sepultura, splice it into the genome of a superhuman cyborg, then send it on a mission to destroy all weak Metal bands in its path. That cyborg would be Meshuggah. Building their stuttering jackhammer riffs atop constantly shifting odd-time rhythms, they execute with frightening, machine-like precision and cement-crushing heaviness. Vocalist Jens Kidman barks out sci-fi-damaged lyrics in an unyielding roar; guitarist Fredrik Thordendal chimes in now and then with Fusion-derived solos that would probably sound horrible on a jazz record, but fit right in with what Meshuggah does. The biggest criticism here would be a lack of outward variation -- the fast tempos, melody-free vocals and densely packed guitars lend a similar surface to each song. Within that limited framework, though, the variations are fast-paced and seemingly endless. - Will York]]> http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.381&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Experimental Thu, 3 Dec 2009 22:53:11 -0800 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.381 art.381 Mr. Bungle art.381 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.381&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.381&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Disco Volante, however, defies categorization, moving even further from traditional songwriting territory as it shifts violently between sections of Bop-ish jazz, Melvins-esque sludge, Lounge, Metal, and flat-out Noise. 1999's California again surprised listeners with its sunny pop approach, meanwhile retaining the expected levels of warped inventiveness and leaving fans asking, "What's next?" - Will York]]> http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.20697183&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Grindcore Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:42:51 -0700 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.20697183 art.20697183 Iwrestledabearonce art.20697183 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.20697183&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.20697183&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.43810&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Experimental Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:38:53 -0800 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.43810 art.43810 Boris art.43810 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.43810&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.43810&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Absolutego, came out in 1996, and as most of their material was not available in the U.S. until Southern Lord started reissuing their catalog in the early 2000s, they remained a sort of holy grail of stoner metal for years. With their latest releases -- as well as frequent and varied collaborations -- finally readily available, the band has consistently lived up to the hype while paying no attention to the praise given in the mainstream press. Boris may no longer be the sought-after prize of true metal geeks, but they remain a vital and groundbreaking part of the extreme metal scene. - Mike McGuirk]]> http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.8731948&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Alt Metal Sun, 1 Nov 2009 12:39:39 -0800 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.8731948 art.8731948 Pelican art.8731948 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.8731948&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.8731948&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.743&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Doom Metal Sat, 22 Aug 2009 09:35:40 -0700 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.743 art.743 Neurosis art.743 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.743&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.743&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss rock out, but do you dare to follow their lead into psychic and spiritual risk? - Marc Kate]]> http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.11547392&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Experimental Metal Sun, 1 Nov 2009 12:39:39 -0800 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.11547392 art.11547392 Wolves In The Throne Room art.11547392 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.11547392&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.11547392&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Diadem of 12 Stars. After signing with Southern Lord, WITTR released Two Hunters to critical acclaim in 2007, returning in 2009 with Black Cascade. - Jen Guyre]]> http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.15875263&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Doom Metal Sun, 1 Nov 2009 12:39:39 -0800 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.15875263 art.15875263 Sunn O))) art.15875263 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.15875263&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.15875263&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.54177&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Grindcore Fri, 14 Aug 2009 11:01:39 -0700 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.54177 art.54177 A.C. art.54177 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.54177&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.54177&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.11634&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Alt Metal Thu, 3 Dec 2009 22:53:17 -0800 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.11634 art.11634 Fantomas art.11634 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.11634&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.11634&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.3347&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Thrash/Speed Metal Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:04:56 -0700 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.3347 art.3347 Celtic Frost art.3347 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.3347&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.3347&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss To Mega Therion and Into the Pandemonium are two of the greatest Metal albums of all time. They're certainly impressive work for a three piece, even if they sound a touch overdramatic today. The weird operatic falsettos, cavernous percussion and sci-fi prog-isms of these records haven't aged gracefully, but in terms of influence they easily rank with the Possessed's Seven Churches and Slayer's Reign in Blood. Much to the horror of fans, the band strayed into the flowery fields of Pop Metal during the late '80s. Cold Lake has the feel of a simple makeover that went terribly wrong, inadvertently gelding the band. The mom-approved Metal of "Cherry Orchards" was only a long, curly hair better than the Wonder Bread rock of Whitesnake. Fortunately, subsequent efforts saw the band reasserting their claim to the blackened Death Metal throne, giving the story a happy ending after all. A mismatched platypus of a record, Parched With Thirst Am I and Dying: 1984-1992 captures the band in all its topsy-turvy glory. - Chad Driscoll]]> http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.1214&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Noise Rock Wed, 1 Apr 2009 22:17:59 -0700 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.1214 art.1214 Unsane art.1214 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.1214&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.1214&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.16851&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Post-Rock Fri, 11 Sep 2009 10:25:03 -0700 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.16851 art.16851 Mono art.16851 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.16851&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.16851&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.28443&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Acid Rock Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:05:58 -0800 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.28443 art.28443 Oneida art.28443 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.28443&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.28443&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Enemy Hogs, they come off as a kind of stoner-rock unit, but on 2000's definitive half-hour-plus Steel Rod EP, they squeeze Link Wray barbed-wire twang and a choogling Creedence cover into weird nerd-rock that balances the sludge with science-lab keyboards after the manner of Devo or Pere Ubu. "Power Animals," on 2000's Come on Everybody Let's Rock, was about a deadlocked presidential election -- not Bush and Gore, but Tilden and Hayes in 1876. On 2002's double disc, Each One Teach One, they carried water-torture minimalism to its breaking point, and since then -- averaging more or less an album a year -- they've gotten both daintier and dronier, picking up indie fans much younger than themselves, then regularly finding ways to dumbfound them. - Chuck Eddy]]> http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.8731864&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Experimental Sat, 6 Dec 2008 14:06:38 -0800 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.8731864 art.8731864 Sleepytime Gorilla Museum art.8731864 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.8731864&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.8731864&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.15088937&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Alt/Punk Mon, 18 May 2009 08:25:50 -0700 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.15088937 art.15088937 Goes Cube art.15088937 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.15088937&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.15088937&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.3803&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Death Metal Sat, 6 Dec 2008 14:06:14 -0800 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.3803 art.3803 Gorguts art.3803 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.3803&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.3803&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.5297&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Grindcore Sat, 6 Jun 2009 08:29:31 -0700 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.5297 art.5297 The Locust art.5297 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.5297&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.5297&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.20108483&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Doom Metal Thu, 4 Jun 2009 08:30:00 -0700 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.20108483 art.20108483 Tombs art.20108483 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.20108483&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.20108483&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.26677940&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Experimental Metal Thu, 23 Jul 2009 18:28:27 -0700 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.26677940 art.26677940 Amesoeurs art.26677940 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.26677940&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.26677940&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.7509746&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss Japanese Noise Rock Sun, 11 Jan 2009 11:30:23 -0800 Top Experimental Metal Artists on Rhapsody Online art.7509746 art.7509746 Maldoror art.7509746 http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.7509746&variant=play&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss http://www.rhapsody.com/goto?rcid=art.7509746&variant=data&rws=%2Falt-punk%2Fexperimental%2Fexperimental-metal%2Fartist-chart.rss