[For Beginners] Metal Masterpieces: A Curated List of Must-Listen, History-Making Albums

Even within the broad label of “metal,” did you know there are many subgenres built around a heavy, muscular sound—such as thrash, death, black, power, and progressive? Heavy metal, which began in the 1970s, has evolved over time and has become a major genre that encompasses a wide variety of musical styles.

This time, we’ll introduce a selection of classic metal albums that are especially well-suited for beginners.

These works let you fully savor metal’s depth and appeal, so whether you’ve just started getting interested or want to dive deeper, be sure to check them out!