Heavy Metal Merchant Blog – Band Merch, Music, Patches & Album Reviews

A complete guide to the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal (NWOTHM): origins, sound, rise in popularity, and 30 essential bands and albums shaping the genre today.

Explore the ultimate list of must-own death metal albums—from genre-defining classics to cult favorites. Essential for collectors of vinyl, CDs, and extreme music.

Short Description: Rock your holidays with the best heavy metal Christmas albums. Explore classic and modern metal takes on holiday favorites including King Diamond, AC/DC, Twisted Sister, Halford, August Burns Red, and more.

A deep dive into the best thrash metal albums of the year, featuring legendary bands, long-awaited returns, and rising forces shaping the future of extreme metal.