And now the topic for Metal-nuts! Please, post anything in Metal, no rules, anything goes.
I could not even begin to delve into how much is in Metal, i've been shown many things and learned that it's not as bread and butter as I think. I thank those who showed me that. Once again, let's start over. [:)]
Easily considered one of the earliest influences in Metal:
Next, another influential force in metal, at their prime!
(This version is being used because it is HD sound quality)
And two examples of more "modern" metal, Death and New Metal:
(Thank you guitarplayer for reintroducing me to this epic band below.)
Opeth!
Avenged Sevenfold