Tags: Genre, Music Genre, Topical Concept.
Power metal is a subgenre of heavy metal 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.
