From Sepultura to Decapitated: 11 Stories of Bands Founded by Brothers
16 October 2026
When a passion for extreme music runs in the family, it can give rise to bands built to stand the test of time.
When a passion for extreme music runs in the family, it can give rise to bands built to stand the test of time.
Metal is a genre that has always explored a wide range of themes. Among them, science fiction — commonly known as sci-fi — has become one of the most fascinating, with many bands shaping their entire identity and concept around it.
The Prince of Darkness is one of the many iconic figures who have sadly passed away, leaving behind a void that can never truly be filled due to their immense greatness and lasting significance.
Over the years, the Ligurian capital has developed a thriving underground scene, keeping pace with Italy’s other major cities and establishing itself as one of the country’s finest metal hubs.
Many bands have chosen to write their lyrics in the languages of ancient civilizations, using them to shape a distinctive artistic identity and define their unique sound and aesthetic.
Forget pop, official anthems, and stadium hits. Between irony, drama, and provocation, several bands have turned some of the most iconic moments of the world’s most-watched tournament into unlikely yet memorable songs.
Germany’s extreme metal scene ranks among the world’s best, and its technical death metal movement has given rise to some of the most influential acts in the genre.
Many bands, from north to south, have chosen to use vernacular language as an evocative tool, capable of making certain narratives even more visceral—stories tied to nature, local legends, or their own roots.
In a genre dominated by speed and fury, there are often more emotional moments that reveal its deeper, more introspective side.
You can’t always judge a band by its name—some are completely misleading.
When a passion for extreme music runs in the family, it can give rise to bands built to stand the test of time.
Metal is a genre that has always explored a wide range of themes. Among them, science fiction — commonly known as sci-fi — has become one of the most fascinating, with many bands shaping their entire identity and concept around it.
The Prince of Darkness is one of the many iconic figures who have sadly passed away, leaving behind a void that can never truly be filled due to their immense greatness and lasting significance.
Over the years, the Ligurian capital has developed a thriving underground scene, keeping pace with Italy’s other major cities and establishing itself as one of the country’s finest metal hubs.
Many bands have chosen to write their lyrics in the languages of ancient civilizations, using them to shape a distinctive artistic identity and define their unique sound and aesthetic.
Forget pop, official anthems, and stadium hits. Between irony, drama, and provocation, several bands have turned some of the most iconic moments of the world’s most-watched tournament into unlikely yet memorable songs.
Germany’s extreme metal scene ranks among the world’s best, and its technical death metal movement has given rise to some of the most influential acts in the genre.
Many bands, from north to south, have chosen to use vernacular language as an evocative tool, capable of making certain narratives even more visceral—stories tied to nature, local legends, or their own roots.
In a genre dominated by speed and fury, there are often more emotional moments that reveal its deeper, more introspective side.
You can’t always judge a band by its name—some are completely misleading.