Forbes Ranks the 38 Greatest Heavy Metal Bands

by Barbara
Metallica

In an unexpected move, Forbes has released a list of what it considers the 38 most influential heavy metal bands of all time, taking into account each band’s impact on the genre and its evolution. Known more for its coverage of business and finance, Forbes has delved into the music world, offering a comprehensive yet controversial ranking of metal legends.

The list, which includes bands from various subgenres and eras, begins with Carcass at number 38 and culminates with Metallica as the top band. Iconic groups like Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, and Judas Priest also feature prominently in the top five, alongside Pantera and Ozzy Osbourne. Meanwhile, the top ten includes heavyweights like Slayer, Slipknot, and Tool, among others.

For those curious about the full list and Forbes’ rationale behind the selections, details are available on their website. Here’s a quick rundown of the full ranking:

1.Metallica

2. Black Sabbath

3. Iron Maiden

4. Pantera

5. Judas Priest

6. Ozzy Osbourne

7. Slipknot

8. Slayer

9. Tool

10. Avenged Sevenfold

11. System of a Down

12. Deftones

13. Rammstein

14. Korn

15. Gojira

16. Megadeth

17. Dio

18. Death

19. Motörhead

20. Type O Negative

21. Sepultura

22. Mastodon

23. Lamb of God

24. Machine Head

25. Meshuggah

26. Anthrax

27. Cannibal Corpse

28. Converge

29. Danzig

30. King Diamond

31. Nightwish

32. Dream Theater

33. Kyuss

34. Napalm Death

35. Behemoth

36. Exodus

37. At the Gates

38. Carcass

While some of the choices have sparked debate among fans, Forbes’ foray into ranking metal bands highlights the genre’s enduring influence and diversity.

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