List of power metal bands

This is a list of power metal bands including bands that have at some point in their careers played power metal. Power metal is a subgenre of heavy metal music combining characteristics of traditional metal with speed metal, often within symphonic context. Generally, power metal is characterized by a more uplifting sound, in contrast to the heaviness and dissonance prevalent in styles such as doom metal and death metal. Power metal bands usually have anthem-like songs with fantasy-based subject matter and strong choruses, thus creating a theatrical, dramatic and emotionally "powerful" sound.

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Name Origin Years Active Brief Summary Note
3 Inches of BloodCanada1999–presentStyle strongly influenced by NWOBHM[1]

A

Amaranthe performing at the Wacken Open Air festival
Axxis concert at the Masters of Rock 2007 festival
Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
AcceptGermany1968–1989, 1992–1997, 2004–2005, 2009–presentPlayed an important role in the development of speed and thrash metal.[2]
AdagioFrance2000–presentKnown for technical precision and dark orchestration.[3]
After ForeverNetherlands1995–2009Strong progressive metal influences, use of both soprano vocals and death grunts.[4]
Agent SteelUSA1984–1988, 1999–PresentForged a reputation due to their lyrical themes of apocalyptic sci-fi.[5]
Ainavarious (supergroup)2003–2004Together created the metal opera Days of Rising Doom[6]
AlestormScotland2004–presentExclusively pirate themed band with folk metal incorporation.[7]
AlmahBrazil2006–presentSide project from the singer of Angra, now a full-fledged band.[8]
AltariaFinland2000–presentKnown for recruiting guitarist Jani Liimatainen of Sonata Arctica in their earlier years.[9]
AmaranSweden2000–2005Gothic style with clean female vocals.[10]
AmarantheSweden2009–presentFuses melodic metal with pop melodies and vocals of Elize Ryd[11]
Amberian DawnFinland2006–presentLyrics often influenced by Finnish and Norse mythology[12]
Ancient BardsItaly2006-presentTheir Black Crystal Sword Saga was said to be inspired by fellow Italian band Rhapsody of Fire's fantasy-styled concept albums.[13]
AngbandIran2004−presentConceived as a progressive instrumental band, the addition of a vocalist moved towards power metal.[14]
Angel DustGermany1984–1990, 1998–presentAfter 1998, moved away from thrash metal to a power/progressive metal style.[15]
AngraBrazil1991–presentKnown for symphonic interludes, technical instrumentation and Brazilian regional elements.[16]
AntiquusCanada2000–presentIron Maiden influenced band writes concept albums with unifying themes or stories.[17]
Anubis GateDenmark2003–presentProgressive band nominated for multiple Danish music awards in 2008 and 2009.[18]
AnvilCanada1978–presentTheir documentary illustrated how staying together as a band for them was more important than making as much money as possible.[19]
ArmageddonSweden1997,2000,2002,2012–presentStarted as a melodic death metal band formed by Arch Enemy guitarist Christopher Amott.[20]
Armored SaintUnited States1982–1992, 1999–presentFounders in close relation to members of Metallica, their lyrics helped shape today's power metal.[21]
ArtchNorway1983–PresentEarly power/heavy metal band originating from Sarpsborg, Norway.[5]
ArthemisItaly1994–presentKnown for fusing neo-classical European style with the aggression of American Speed Metal.[5]
Astral DoorsSweden2002–present"Jerusalem", the sixth album by Astral Doors is a clear singing from vocalist Nils Patrik Johansson.[22]
At VanceGermany1998–presentTheir first album included covers of a Vivaldi piece Summer and ABBA's Money, Money, Money[5]
AvantasiaGermany1999–presentA metal opera hosted by Tobias Sammet, different renowned musicians/vocalists participate in every album.[23]
AvianUnited States2002–presentFormed after being inspired by a metal festival that featured performances by Gamma Ray, Blind Guardian, Edguy, and others.[24]
AxenstarSweden1998–presentOriginally formed as a cover band, now producing power metal that shies away from typical mythical themes.[25][26]
AxxisGermany1988–presentTheir debut album, "Kingdom of the Night", became the best-selling debut album ever by a hard rock band in Germany in 1989.[27]
AyreonNetherlands1995–2008, 2012–presentA rock-opera type solo project.[5]

B

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
Balance of PowerUnited Kingdom1995–presentChristian power/progressive metal band from London.[5]
BattleloreFinland1999–presentFolk mixed with power and melodic death metal, growled vocals with clean female accompaniment.[28]
BenedictumUnited States2005–presentFemale fronted harder style power metal from band members who were previously a Dio tribute band.[29]
Beto Vázquez InfinityArgentina2000–presentSymphonic/gothic style band hailing from Buenos Aires, Argentina.[30]
BlackguardCanada2001–presentMelodic death metal with power/folk metal influences.[31]
Black MajestyAustralia2001–presentFormed by ex-members of prominent bands on the Australian metal scene[32]
Blind GuardianGermany1984–presentOften credited as one of the seminal and most influential bands in the power metal and speed metal subgenres.[33]
BloodboundSweden2004–presentMelodic power metal band that uses corpse paint in promotional photos, in a style similar to black metal acts.[34]
BorealisCanada2005–presentHeavy and progressive with deep vocals, known for their excellent live performances.[35]
BrainstormGermany1989–presentKnown to play a somewhat darker style of music than most power metal groups.[36]
Brocas HelmUnited States1982–2013Known for founding their own record label after disappointment with their affiliated labels.[37]
Burning PointFinland1997–presentOriginally doom-influenced, the band moved towards a power metal feel.[5]

C

Children of Bodom at 2007's Masters of Rock
Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
CadacrossFinland1997-2005Their second album departed towards heavier viking metal.[38]
Cain's OfferingFinland2009–presentFormed by ex-Sonata Arctica members Jani Liimatainen, Mikko Härkin and Stratovarius vocalist Timo Kotipelto[39]
CatharsisRussia1996–present Early demos the band played a style with a mix of death metal and doom metal.[5]
CelestyFinland1998–2012Their latest album includes a collaboration with the Tampere Philharmonic Orchestra and a professional choir.[40]
CelladorUnited States2004–presentContrasts the popular death metal and metalcore scenes of the American Midwest with melodic speed metal.[41]
Children of BodomFinland1993–presentOne of Finland's best selling artists of all time, incorporating power metal and melodic death metal.[42]
ChinchillaGermany1988–presentA band with a reputation of being serious heavy performers, despite their ironic band name.[5]
Circle II CircleUnited States2001-presentFormed by former Savatage lead vocalist, Zachary Stevens.[43]
Cirith UngolUnited States1972–1992Sword and sorcery themed songs contributed to the development of power metal as a genre.[44]
Cloven HoofUnited Kingdom1979–1990,2000–presentA NWOBHM band that helped carve a path for Power Metal. After a long departure in 1990, the band reformed in 2000.[45]
ConceptionNorway1989–1998, 2005Featured ex-Kamelot vocalist Roy Khan.[5]
Concerto MoonJapan1996–present80s style Japanese symphonic rock specialists.[5]
Crimson GloryUnited States1979–1992, 1998–presentA pioneer of the American progressive metal movement.[46]
Cryonic TempleSweden1996–presentOriginated from the fusion of an Iron Maiden cover band and a progressive rock band.[5]
Crystal EyesSweden1992–presentPut their own studio together in order to improve the quality of their recordings after dissatisfaction with their first label.[47]
Crystal ViperPoland2003–presentPolish band founded by singer/songwriter and recently guitarist Marta Gabriel[48]

D

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
Dark EmpireUnited States2004-2013Progressive, power, and thrash mix band originating from New Jersey.[49]
Dark MoorSpain1993−presentNeo-classical and symphonic elements. One of the most prominent Spanish power metal acts.[50]
DarkSunSpain2002-presentSpanish band influenced by bands such as Blind Guardian and Angra.[51]
Demons and WizardsGermany1998–presentFormed by the vocalist for Blind Guardian, Hansi Kürsch, and the guitarist of Iced Earth, Jon Schaffer.[52]
Destroy Destroy DestroyUSA2003-PresentAlso demonstrates styles of Melodic Death Metal and Symphonic Black Metal.[53]
DGMItaly1994–presentStarted as a power metal oriented instrumental band, gradually moved towards a progressive feel.[54]
DioUnited States1982–1991,1993-2010The lyrics of renowned vocalist Ronnie James Dio greatly influenced development of power metal and heavy metal as a whole.[55]
DionysusSweden1999–2008Formed by the drummer of Sinergy.[5](p112)
DivinefireFinland2004–presentTheir style mixes power metal with both melodic and aggressive elements.[56]
The DogmaItaly1999-presentA Progressive/Power Metal band from Ancona, Italy[5](p113)
DomineItaly1984–presentLinked to heroic fantasy and sword and sorcery themes.[57]
DoomswordItaly1997–presentInfluences from themes such as ancient and medieval history, fantasy literature and European mythology.[58]
DragonForceUnited Kingdom1999–presentKnown for its long and fast guitar solos, fantasy-based lyrics, and electronic sounds in their music to add to their retro video game-influenced sound.[46]
DragonlandSweden1999–presentMost notable for basing their two first albums upon the self-produced The Dragonland Chronicles fantasy saga.[59]
DreamakerSpain2003-2011Composed of former Dark Moor members.[60]
Dream EvilSweden1992–presentKnown for their respect to classic heavy metal and their 1980s style sound.[61]
DreamtaleFinland1999–presentSpeedy and light style, with occasional accompaniments of symphonic instruments.[62]
Dreamtone & Iris Mavraki's NeverlandGreece, Turkey2005–presentSymphonic power metal collaboration between the Turkish band Dreamtone and Greek singer Iris Mavraki.[63]
DungeonAustralia1989–2005Australian heavy/power metal band formed in the mining town of Broken Hill, Australia.[5](p124)

E

Elixir performing in 2010
Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
EdenbridgeAustria1998–presentSymphonic power metal band with a female singer and considerable orchestration.[64]
EdguyGermany1992–presentOne of the most famous modern power metal bands, highly metaphorical lyrics and a style true to the power metal denomination.[65]
EidolonCanada1993–2007On the heavier side of power metal, after the founding members became a part of Megadeth they stopped recording new albums.[66]
EldritchItaly1991-PresentProminent band within Italian progressive metal in the late 1990s.[5](p131)
ElegyNetherlands1986-presentPioneers of progressive/power metal mixture.[5](p132)
ElixirEngland1983-2012Notable for being associated with the New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement.[67]
ElvenkingItaly1997–presentSpeed metal with rustic folk influence.[5](p133)
EmpyriaCanada1991-presentTechnical progressive power metal, their unique sound was one of the reasons they were reasonably received in the mid 1990s.[5](p135)
EpicaNetherlands2002–presentKnown for their symphonic sound and the use of female vocals and male growls.[68]
ExcalionFinland2000—presentLyrical themes originate in different moods and hardships, experiences of life.[69]

F

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
FairylandFrance1998–PresentFormed by keyboardist Philippe Giordana with melodic and symphonic elements.[70]
FalconerSweden1999–presentUtilizes folk instrumentation and melody to create a medieval sound and atmosphere.[71]
Fifth AngelUSA1983–1990,2009–presentBand which brought guitarist James Byrd to prominence.[5](p148)
FirewindGreece1998, 2002–PresentFounded by guitarist Gus G., now also the guitarist in Ozzy Osbourne.[72]
Forgotten TalesCanada1999 – presentFronted by powerful female vocalist Sonia Pineault. Neoclassical guitars with folk keys and effects.[73]
Freedom CallGermany1998 – presentKnown for their upbeat, feel-good sound free from melancholy undertones or darker styles of some power metal groups.[74]

G

Grave Digger at Metalcamp in 2007
Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
GalneryusJapan2001–presentNeo-classical power metal with many speed metal style songs.[75]
Gamma RayGermany1989–presentKnown as one of the most prominent bands of the German heavy metal scene.[33]
GloryhammerUnited Kingdom, Switzerland2010–presentPresents themselves as a tongue-in-cheek, parody of stereotypical power metal groups as well as appearing on-stage in armour and costumes.[76]
Grave DiggerGermany1980–1987, 1991–presentOne of the earlier heavy metal bands that contributed to the development of power metal as a genre.[77]
GwyllionBelgium2003–2009Released two albums before splitting up, symphonic power metal group.[78]

H

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
HammerFallSweden1993–presentCited as producing some of the highest acclaimed power metal albums,[46] Hammerfall is a famous example of power metal as a whole.[46]
HeathenUnited States1984–1993,2002–presentAggression of thrash metal combined with NWOBHM-style vocals and arrangements, acoustic intros/outros, fast-paced melodic shred solos.[79]
HeavenlyFrance1994–presentThey were signed by record label Noise Records after winning a competition sponsored by the label's website.[80]
Heaven's GateGermany1982–1999One of the earliest German power metal bands.[5](p186)
Heavy LoadSweden1976–1985The band is often hailed as the first Swedish heavy metal band,[81] and were known for their Viking themes.[82]
Heir ApparentUSA1983–1989, 2000-presentTechno-Metal style band from Seattle.[5](p188)
HelloweenGermany1984–present Famous pioneers of power metal sound, their second and third studio albums, Keeper of the Seven Keys, Pt. 1 and Pt. 2 are considered masterpieces of the genre.[33][83]
HelstarUnited States1982–presentA key band in the development of the American power metal scene emerging in the mid 1980s.[84]
HibriaBrazil1996–presentSpeed metal and technically influenced Brazilian band.[85]
Highland GloryNorway2001–presentTheir first album, From the Cradle to the Brave, was released in 2003.[86]
HighlordItaly1996–presentA standard style power metal band with medieval and mythical themed lyrics.[87]
HollowSweden1995-presentHighly technical progressive style.[5](p200)
Holy DragonsKazakhstan1992-presentClaimed to be Kazakhstan's first heavy metal band.[5](p201)
HolyHellUnited States2005–presentA symphonic power metal band with a female lead vocalist, an atypical style coming from North America.[88]
Holy Knights Italy 1998–2002, 2010–presentSymphonic accompaniment, choruses with many backing vocalists creating an epic ballad feel.[89]
Human FortressGermany1997–presentStrives for an epic feel with their music, calling their music "epic battle metal".[90]

I

Iced Earth in December 2012
Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
Iced EarthUnited States1985–presentSuccessful band that has played many different styles of metal with members changing constantly other than the founding guitarist Jon Schaffer.[91]
IliumAustralia1998–presentIn 2012 they recorded a music video dedicated to Greenpeace.[5](p209)
ImpulseBulgaria1979–1991,1995–1998,2012-presentOne of the first Bulgarian heavy metal bands.[92]
Into EternityCanada1997−presentProgressive/melodic death with a bit of power metal influence, from Regina, Saskatchewan.[93]
Ion VeinUSA1995-presentProgressive/Power metal band from Chicago.[5](p211,212)
Iron FireDenmark1995–presentEarly speed metal style incorporated with recent power metal sounds.[94]
Iron MaskBelgium2002–presentContains ex-Yngwie Malmsteen members.[95]
Iron SaviorGermany1996–present Blends power metal with a high-concept science fiction story, immediately embarking on a multiple-album tale of a fictional space vessel of the same name.[96]

J

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
Jacobs DreamUSA1997–present Ohio originating technical power metal, known previously as Iron Angel.[5](p227)
Jag PanzerUnited States1981–1988, 1994–2011, 2014NWOBHM influenced band that influenced the development of thrash and power metal.[97]
Judas PriestUnited Kingdom1969–presentOne of the most famous heavy metal bands of all time, as well as the origin of many sounds that influenced the many subgenres of heavy metal today.[2]

K

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
KalmahFinland1998–presentTheir melodic death/power metal style sound is often compared to prominent Finnish band Children of Bodom.[5](p247)
KamelotUnited States1991–presentOne of the more successful bands in the North American power metal scene. Symphonic, neo-classical, and progressive elements.[98][99]
Katagory VUnited States1999–PresentAmerican power metal band with thrash and progressive elements.[100][101]
KeldianNorway2005—presentThis band's digital release Outbound was voted the best power metal album of 2013 on Reddit.[102] Space exploration themes.[103]
KerionFrance2003–presentFeatures a choir directed by Phil Gordana of Fairyland. Mainly labelled as a symphonic metal band.[104]
King DiamondDenmark1985–presentFormed by departed members of Mercyful Fate.[105]
KiuasFinland2000–2013The name of the band is derived from the word 'hiidenkiuas', which means 'barrow consisting of a pile of rocks'.[106]
Kobra and the LotusCanada2009–presentKnown for their female vocalist Kobra Paige.[107]
KotipeltoFinland2001–presentFormed by Stratovarius member Timo Kotipelto while the aforementioned band was on hiatus.[108]

L

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
Lääz RockitUnited States1982–1992,2005–presentOne of their signature elements were Ibanez guitars adorned with elaborate airbrushed scenes of warfare.[109]
LabyrinthItaly1991–presentProgressive power metal from Italy.[5](p256)
LeatherwolfUSA1981–presentTheir three-guitarist setup for their band set them apart from other bands of similar style in early years.[5](p259)
Liege LordUnited States1982–1989,2000,2012–presentOriginated as a Judas Priest cover band, aided development of the power metal genre.[110]
LonewolfFrance1993–presentThe band split up in 1995 after recording an EP, then reformed in 2001.[5](p268)
LordAustralia2003–presentFormed as a solo project for former Dungeon frontman Lord Tim.[111]
Lost HorizonSweden1990–1994,1999–presentKnown for taking the epic feel of power metal to new levels, having been described as "Metallica will make you feel angry, but Lost Horizon will make you feel like a god."[112][113][114]
Luca Turilli's DreamquestItaly2005-2011A past side project of Luca Turilli (known for his work in Rhapsody of Fire and Luca Turilli's Rhapsody).[115]
Luca Turilli's RhapsodyItaly2011-presentAfter a friendly split with band members of Rhapsody of Fire, guitarist/keyboardist Luca Turilli continued with this project.[116]
Luna MortisUnited States2001-2010, 2013–presentCombination of melodic death, power, thrash, and progressive, band with a female vocalist who sings/growls.[117]

M

Machinae Supremacy performing
Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
Machinae SupremacySweden2000–presentCombines modern heavy metal/power metal and alternative rock with chiptunes.[118]
MagicaRomania2002–presentA Romanian power metal band with mythical themes and gothic metal influences.[119]
MajesticSweden1997–2001Recorded two albums in 1999 and 2000 with largely varied band members between albums, split up in 2001.[5](p272)
MajestyGermany2000–presentHeavily influenced by Manowar both musically and lyrically.[120]
ManiganceFrance1995–presentA French-language band.[121]
Manilla RoadUnited States1977–1990,2001–presentEarly albums have more in common with progressive rock and proto-heavy metal than the band's later heavier speed/thrash metal sound.[122]
ManticoraDenmark1996–presentProgressive power metal with speed metal influences.[123]
ManowarUnited States1980–presentKnown for its lyrics based on fantasy (particularly sword and sorcery), and mythological topics (particularly Norse mythology).[124][125]
MasterplanGermany2001–presentFounded by ex-Helloween members.[126]
Meliah RageUnited States1987–presentCharacterized primarily by their thrash metal vibe married to more classical metal melodies.[127][128]
MercenaryDenmark1991–presentUsually labelled as a melodic death metal band, they use aspects of power metal in their music, as well as thrash metal in their earlier work.[129]
Metal ChurchUnited States1980–1994,1998–2009,2012–presentLyrical topics such as conflict and paranoia later expanded into philosophical and social commentary.[130]
MetaliumGermany1998–2011Traditional power metal sound which was pioneered in Hamburg by bands such as Helloween and Blind Guardian.[131]
Mob RulesGermany1994–presentMelodic power metal from Germany.[5](p301-302)
Moonlight AgonySweden1999–presentCommon usage of odd chord progressions and an eerie/dreamlike atmosphere produced via the keyboard track.[132]
Morgana LefaySweden1989–1997, 1999–2001, 2004–2007, 2012-presentNamed after Morgan Le Fay of the Arthurian cycle.[133]
MorifadeSweden1992–presentSymphonic power metal band hailing from the town of Vikingstad.[5](p305)
Mystic ProphecyGreece/Germany2000–presentDescribed as a mixture between heavier US power metal and more melodic European power metal.[5](p306)

N

Nightwish in 2009
Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
NarniaSweden1996–2010, 2014–presentChristian power metal with speed metal guitar styles.[5](p308)
NevermoreUSA1991–2011Technical speed metal from Seattle,USA.[5](p311)
NightmareFrance1979–1987, 1999–presentVeteran French power metal group.[5](p314)
NightwishFinland1996–presentNightwish performs symphonic metal with soaring female operatic vocals. One of the most successful symphonic/power metal acts.[134][135]
Nocturnal RitesSweden1990–presentDeath metal with melodic influences such as Iron Maiden.[136]
NostradameusSweden1998–presentMelodic speed metal style.[5](p317)

O

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
ObsessionUSA1982–1989, 2004–presentFamous for spawning the career of singer Michael Vescera.[5](p318)
Olympos MonsFinland2002-2010Named after Mars's Olympus Mons, the largest known volcano in our solar system.[137]
OmenUnited States1983–1988,1996–presentOne of the forefathers of power metal acts, launched with groups such as Metallica, Anthrax, Megadeth, and Slayer.[138][139]
Orden OganGermany1996–present Progressive and folk metal elements.[140]
OzFinland1977-1991, 2010-presentPart of the group of early Finnish power metal bands.[5](p326)

P

Primal Fear in 2009
Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
Pagan's MindNorway2000−presentTheir music is influenced by Stargate, especially the theatrical film.[141]
ParadoxGermany1986–1991, 1998–presentLate 80s speed metal band from Würzburg, Bavaria.[5](p328)
ParagonGermany1990–presentHamburg based power metal act.[5](p329)
PegazusAustralia1993–present90s power metal band who wished to revive studs and leather in a straightforward metal act, rather than fantasy themes.[5](p332)
PersuaderSweden1997–presentSound similar to bands such as early Blind Guardian, Iron Savior, and Nocturnal Rites.[142]
PharaohUnited States1997–presentKnown for multi-layered instrumentation and well produced albums.[143]
PowergloveUnited States2005–presentOne of the more prominent nintendocore bands, Powerglove covers classic video game tracks in an epic technical power metal style.[144]
Power QuestEngland2001–2013The founder of the band being the keyboardist, the songs are more key driven than typical power metal bands.[46]
Power SymphonyItaly1991–2005Female fronted Italian power/progressive metal.[5](p337)
PowerwolfGermany2003–presentNotable for having dark themes and images, both musically and lyrically, both counteractions to traditional power metal music and including usage of corpse paint, gothic-tinged compositions and songs about Romanian werewolf and vampire legends.[145]
Primal FearGermany1997–presentMain lyrical themes are science fiction, often metaphorical.[146]
PrototypeUnited States1994–presentMainly demonstrates elements of progressive metal and thrash metal.[147]
PyramazeDenmark2001–presentCollaborated with Iced Earth singer Matt Barlow for their third album.[148]

R

Running Wild live on stage in Bonn in 2005
Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
RageGermany1984–presentPart of the German heavy/speed/power metal scene to emerge in the early to mid-1980s, along with bands such as Helloween, Running Wild, Blind Guardian and Grave Digger.[149]
RainbowEngland1975–1984,1994–1997Started out combining mystical lyric themes with neo-classical metal prior to Dio's departure from the group.[2]
RaintimeItaly1999–2012Greatly influenced by Dream Theater in their initial releases.[150]
Rata BlancaArgentina1986–1997, 2000–presentThis Argentinian band was born out of a demo tape made as an attempt to connect with the UK market.[5](p354)
RebellionGermany2001–presentTheir first album was a concept album about William Shakespeare's work Macbeth.[151]
ReverendUSA1989–1993, 2000–presentPart of the "holy trinity" of US thrash metal, as well as Metal Church and Heretic.[5](p362)
Revolution RenaissanceFinland2008–2010Formed by a former Stratovarius member.[152]
Rhapsody of FireItaly1993–presentOne of the most prominent symphonic style power metal bands, recording with orchestras and involving vocalists such as Christopher Lee.[153][154]
Riot VUnited States1975–1984,1988-2012,2013-presentInitially started out as straightforward heavy metal, upon revival in 1988 they began a departure towards power metal styles.[155][156]
Rob RockUSA1983–presentRobert "Rob" Rock is best known for his guitar virtuoso acts. [5](p370)
Royal HuntDenmark1989–presentHeavily keyboard-oriented power metal from Copenhagen.[5](p372)
Running Wild[157]Germany1976–2009,2011–presentMost famous for pioneering the idea of pirate themed metal, after initial satanic themes in their first two albums.[158]

S

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
SabatonSweden1999–presentThe band's main lyrical themes are wars and soldiers. [159]
Sacred SteelGermany1996-presentThey intended to use the words "metal" and "steel" at least once in every song on their first album.[5](p376)
SanctuaryUSA1985–1992, 2010–presentTheir first recording was produced by Dave Mustaine of Megadeth.[5](p380)
Savage CircusGermany2004-presentFormed by drummer Thomen Stauch as a side project before leaving Blind Guardian.[160]
Savage GraceUSA1981–1993, 2009-2010Early power/speed metal style band from Los Angeles.[5](p382)
SavatageUnited States1978–2002Known for the frequent usage of counterpoint style vocals.[161]
ScannerGermany1986–presentKnown for early forms of science-fiction based power metal.[162]
ScorpionsGermany1965–presentOne of the best selling heavy metal bands of all time, influencing many of the 1980s subgenres including power metal.[2]
Secret SphereItaly1997-presentItalian symphonic power metal band brought together by guitarist Aldo Lonobile.[5](p395)
SeraphimTaiwan2001–presentFemale-fronted power metal band from Taiwan. Their debut album was originally recorded in Chinese, later in English.[5](p396)
SerenityAustria2001−presentStarted as power metal then gravitated towards a more pure symphonic metal.[163]
Seventh AvenueGermany1989 - 2012Traditional metal from a Christian band, melodic inclinations.[5](p396)
Seven ThornsDenmark1998-2005; 2007−presentA mix of Scandinavian and German power metal with neoclassical influences[164]
Seven WitchesUnited States1998–presentComposed of members of Symphony X, Savatage, and Helstar.[165]
ShadowkeepEngland1999–presentOne of the small amount of late 90s power metal bands to become prominent quickly.[166][5](p398)
ShadowsideBrazil2001–presentBand with female vocals from Brazil drawing from influences of Thrash metal and Hard Rock.[167]
ShamanBrazil2000–presentA successful spinoff of the largely popular Brazilian power metal band Angra.[5](p400)
Silent ForceGermany1999–presentFormed by D. C. Cooper of Royal Hunt.[5](p402)
SinergyFinland1997–2004Features strong female vocalist Kimberly Goss who has a deeper vocal range than normal.[168]
Six MagicsChile1996–presentBand known for leading the Chilean Metal scene.[5](p408)
Skull & BonesArgentina2011−presentPirate styled power metal.[169]
Sonata ArcticaFinland1995−presentOne of the most successful power metal groups of post 1990s. Known for their usage of keys and falsetto vocals, as well as emotional themes and wide ranging style.[170]
Steel AttackSweden1997–presentEvolved from typical power metal medieval themes to more mature, mystical themes, including religion.[5](p414)
Steel ProphetUnited States1984-presentAfter ten years from their previous album, the band released new work in 2014.[171]
StormwarriorGermany1998–presentTheir debut album was produced by members of Gamma Ray.[5](p420)
StratovariusFinland1984–presentConsidered one of the leading groups of the power metal and symphonic metal genre.[46]
SymfoniaFinland2010–2011Short-lived band formed by well-known Finnish power metal musicians as a new project.[172]
Symphony XUnited States1994–presentPopularized the mixing of progressive metal sounds with power metal themes, influenced by pure progressive bands such as Dream Theater.[173]
SymphorceGermany1998–2011Symphonic power metal band upheld by vocalist Andy B. Franck.[5](p431)

T

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
Tad MoroseSweden1991–presentSwedish power metal band with steadily growing support from European countries.[5](p432)
TaramisAustralia1983–1993Technical instrumentation style, originally the band was called Prowler.[5](p433)
TarotFinland1984–presentFrontman Marco Hietala was considered as the next-in-line for vocalist of Iron Maiden.[5](p434)
TheocracyUnited States2002–presentOriginally a one-man project, the band mixes heavier power metal style with progressive metal.[46]
ThunderstoneFinland2000–presentCreated by ex-Antidote guitarist Nino Laurenne.[174]
Thy MajestieItaly1999-presentSymphonic power metal with a darker tone than the norm.[175]
Tierra SantaSpain1997–2008, 2010–presentEpic power metal, supported Dio in Spanish tours in the 90s.[5](p439)
Time RequiemSweden2001–presentCreated by Richard Andersson after he felt his previous project, Majestic had come to and end.[176]
TwilightningFinland1998–2009Split up after the band's sound slowly shifted from power metal to a more 1980s rock sound.[177]

U

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
U.D.O.Germany1987–presentFounded by vocalist Udo Dirkschneider of veteran metal band Accept.[5](p451)
UnisonicGermany2009-presentA supergroup formed by former Helloween singer Michael Kiske and Gamma Ray leader Kai Hansen.[178]

V

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
Van CantoGermany2006–presentAn a cappella group employing a drummer, they sing what they call "hero metal a capella".[179]
Vanishing PointAustralia1995–presentSymphonic and progressive with power metal influence.[180]
VersaillesJapan2007–2012This Symphonic Power Metal band's concept is "the absolute youshikibi (beauty of form) sound and extremes of aestheticism".[181]
ViathynCanada2006-presentProgressive/power with a natural folkish feel likenable to Falconer. Themes of existentialism, storytelling, and natural beauty.[182]
Vicious RumorsUnited States1979–presentRecognized for their guitar works and harmonies, as well as the variety of their music[183]
ViperBrazil1985–1996, 2004–2009, 2012–presentHeavily European-influenced speed metal style act which started in 1985.[5](p465)
Virgin SteeleUnited States1981–presentIn recent years, they have enriched their sound with elements of musical theatre, metal and symphonic metal.[184]
Vision DivineItaly1998–presentPower/progressive style.[5](p470)
Visions of AtlantisAustria2000–presentTheir equal combination of male and female vocals distinguishes the band and is reminiscent of bands such as Lacuna Coil.[185]

W

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
WarCrySpain2001–presentOne of Spain's most famous metal acts.[186]
WarmenFinland1999–presentBrainchild of the keyboardist of Children of Bodom Janne Wirman.[187]
WarriorUSA1983–presentOne of the earlier US acts that developed a power metal style.[5](p476)
White SkullItaly1988–presentRetro-style female-fronted Italian act.[5](p476)
WizardGermany1989–presentThe band was often called "Germany's answer to Manowar".[188]
Winter's BaneUSA1990–presentTim "Ripper" Owens's first successful act prior to joining Judas Priest or Iced Earth.[5](p486)
WintersunFinland2003–presentWintersun contains elements of melodic death metal, and was formed as a side project to Ensiferum.[189][190]
Winter's VergeCyprus2004–presentSongs often have pirate themes and local character. Pioneers of the modern Cyprus metal stage.[191]
Wuthering HeightsDenmark1989–presentSongs often feature traditional folk instruments such as bagpipes, violins, and flutes.[192]

X

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
X JapanJapan1982–97,2007–presentPioneers of the Japanese heavy metal movement promoting a shift towards western glam style.[193]

Y

Yngwie Malmsteen performing in Barcelona
Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
Yngwie MalmsteenUnited States, Sweden1978–presentLed by guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen, the virtuosity of his guitar work in any lineup aided the development of neoclassical metal.[194]

Z

Name Origin Years active Brief summary Note
ZonataSweden1998–2003Known for heavy classical influences on both guitar and keyboard parts.[195]

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