About Medieval metal
Medieval metal is a music genre that emerged in Germany in the 1990s. It is usually classed as a form of folk metal.
Among the best-known names in the style are In Extremo.
From Wikipedia
Medieval metal is a subgenre of folk metal that blends heavy metal music with medieval folk music. Medieval metal is mostly restricted to Germany where it is known as Mittelalter-Metal or Mittelalter-Rock. The genre emerged from the middle of the 1990s with contributions from Subway to Sally, In Extremo and Schandmaul. The style is characterised by the prominent use of a wide variety of traditional folk and medieval instruments.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Medieval metal.
Key artists
- In Extremo
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Medieval metal?
Medieval metal is a music genre that emerged in Germany in the 1990s. It is usually classed as a form of folk metal.
Where and when did Medieval metal originate?
Medieval metal originated in Germany in the 1990s.
Who are famous Medieval metal artists?
In Extremo.