Hard Rock/Heavy Metal Type Recommendations please?

missingsince1983 · 11-17-2008, 11:00 PM

As I said in my first ever post here, I jump between favourite genres of music and at the time I was exploring various styles of punk. I've been in a sortof music rut for quite a while now (besides excessive amounts of Queen and compiling various sleep and mood playlists), but I've finally really got into something new.

I really like what's classified in my itunes as 'hard rock', possibly also classed as heavy metal. Can anyone recommend me similar bands to AC/DC, Accept, Wolfmother, Buckcherry maybe (come across v sleazy, but they've got a good beat), possibly Black Sabbath (not quite what I'm looking for, but reasonably similar?

Would be very grateful for good suggestions

Help me fill up my xmas list!

P.S. Thanks to meanceprimeaux for introducing me to Accept (amongst other bands) a while ago.

Edit - Also, if someone could recommend albums of the bands I mentioned (particularly AC/DC), that'd be great too. Definitely planning on getting Balls to the Wall - Accept.

Sorry to edit again but I just came across this and rather than making a new post, I decided to shove it in here - The song (Balls to the Wall) has also been featured on two VH1 countdown shows: as #38 on the 40 Greatest Metal Songs, and as #29 on the 40 Most Awesomely Bad Metal Songs Ever.

Wtf? I like it anyway.

Aqualung · 11-17-2008, 11:38 PM

You should listen to Jackyl. I thought they were AC/DC for a long time. Well, fine, like four minutes into the first song I heard from them, but still...

missingsince1983 · 11-18-2008, 12:25 AM

Lol, that's the 3rd time I've thanked you in the last couple of hours. I'll check them out tomorrow.

MusicMan · 11-18-2008, 01:48 AM

The Strokes - Is This It
May not be as "hard" as you may like, but it's pretty straightforward rock with a hint of retro rock tossed in.

Guns N Roses - Use Your Illusion I and II, Appetite for Destruction
This should be right up your alley

Marilyn Manson - Antichrist Superstar

Smashing Pumpkins - Siamese Dream
One of the top 10 best albums ever, a bit alternative but it rawks.

Stringbender · 11-19-2008, 10:25 PM

Jackyl is some good stuff. Maybe try some Kix or Saxon I'll have to think up a few others that are good..

Stringbender · 11-20-2008, 10:23 PM

Ok, for AC/DC style of hard rock or metal- I would say
Nazareth. - especially "Hair of the Dog" is an awesome song with lots of AC/DC style chords- phrasing, lyrics and attitude.

Jet- these guys are sonding pretty cool on some songs.

Definitley- THE CULT - they had some stuff that was balls-out hard rock with a lot of the AC/DC swagger.. artfully mixed with psychedelia and the somtimes groove of a trance-dance beat -but 100% amazing rock.
I suggest Little Angel or Love Removal Machine.. you could get the best of the Cult (thesingles) and seriously rock yer rolls off.

Aqualung · 11-21-2008, 12:55 AM

Nazareth is definitely a good choice.

3mag5num7 · 11-21-2008, 03:16 AM

For a more bluesy band, check out the Black Keys. I love them. Rubber Factory and Thickfreakness are great albums.

Uncut Rubber · 11-22-2008, 09:05 PM

You should check out the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal. Saxon was the first name that I thought of (and they're from the same region as you, lol), but don't forget Diamond Head and early Judas Priest, either.

3mag5num7 · 11-23-2008, 02:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Uncut Rubber

You should check out the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal. Saxon was the first name that I thought of (and they're from the same region as you, lol), but don't forget Diamond Head and early Judas Priest, either.

Seconded. NWOBHM is awesome. Especially Iron Maiden, I love them.

BlackDeth54 · 11-23-2008, 11:14 PM

First thing first "Hard Rock" is not metal second "Heavy Metal" Consists of Bands like Iron Maiden and Venom.

And third I agree any NWOBHM band would be great and yes Iron maiden is kickass

and remember hair metal isnt really metal so no motley crue or whatever the hell

Oh yeah by the way NWOBH is New wave of british heavy metal.

11-17-2008, 11:00 PM	#1
missingsince1983 Madness takes its toll. Please have exact change. Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Yorkshire, England Posts: 741 Thanks: 50 Thanked 75 Times in 57 Posts Rep Power: 101	As I said in my first ever post here, I jump between favourite genres of music and at the time I was exploring various styles of punk. I've been in a sortof music rut for quite a while now (besides excessive amounts of Queen and compiling various sleep and mood playlists), but I've finally really got into something new. I really like what's classified in my itunes as 'hard rock', possibly also classed as heavy metal. Can anyone recommend me similar bands to AC/DC, Accept, Wolfmother, Buckcherry maybe (come across v sleazy, but they've got a good beat), possibly Black Sabbath (not quite what I'm looking for, but reasonably similar? Would be very grateful for good suggestions Help me fill up my xmas list! P.S. Thanks to meanceprimeaux for introducing me to Accept (amongst other bands) a while ago. Edit - Also, if someone could recommend albums of the bands I mentioned (particularly AC/DC), that'd be great too. Definitely planning on getting Balls to the Wall - Accept. Sorry to edit again but I just came across this and rather than making a new post, I decided to shove it in here - The song (Balls to the Wall) has also been featured on two VH1 countdown shows: as #38 on the 40 Greatest Metal Songs, and as #29 on the 40 Most Awesomely Bad Metal Songs Ever. Wtf? I like it anyway. __________________ Vote for Song of the Week! This week's winner: The Funeral by Band of Horses Last edited by missingsince1983 : 11-17-2008 at 11:15 PM.

11-18-2008, 01:48 AM	#4
MusicMan "Without music, life would be a mistake." - Friedrich Nietzsche Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Inside your head Posts: 8,211 Thanks: 586 Thanked 555 Times in 476 Posts Rep Power: 500	The Strokes - Is This It May not be as "hard" as you may like, but it's pretty straightforward rock with a hint of retro rock tossed in. Guns N Roses - Use Your Illusion I and II, Appetite for Destruction This should be right up your alley Marilyn Manson - Antichrist Superstar Smashing Pumpkins - Siamese Dream One of the top 10 best albums ever, a bit alternative but it rawks. __________________ Rules! A definite must-read The Music Showcase is the best place to share your music here, you can even embed Youtube videos. Send me a PM if you need any help with anything.

11-19-2008, 10:25 PM	#5
Stringbender Guitar Adept Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: whispered in dark corners Posts: 1,863 Thanks: 297 Thanked 236 Times in 203 Posts Rep Power: 174	Jackyl is some good stuff. Maybe try some Kix or Saxon I'll have to think up a few others that are good.. __________________ "personally..I take reviewing Lady Gaga's music the same as I would analyzing turds in the toilet bowl in hopes it will look like a Rembrandt." Only with the eyes closed can one begin to truly see.

11-20-2008, 10:23 PM	#6
Stringbender Guitar Adept Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: whispered in dark corners Posts: 1,863 Thanks: 297 Thanked 236 Times in 203 Posts Rep Power: 174	Ok, for AC/DC style of hard rock or metal- I would say Nazareth. - especially "Hair of the Dog" is an awesome song with lots of AC/DC style chords- phrasing, lyrics and attitude. Jet- these guys are sonding pretty cool on some songs. Definitley- THE CULT - they had some stuff that was balls-out hard rock with a lot of the AC/DC swagger.. artfully mixed with psychedelia and the somtimes groove of a trance-dance beat -but 100% amazing rock. I suggest Little Angel or Love Removal Machine.. you could get the best of the Cult (thesingles) and seriously rock yer rolls off. __________________ "personally..I take reviewing Lady Gaga's music the same as I would analyzing turds in the toilet bowl in hopes it will look like a Rembrandt." Only with the eyes closed can one begin to truly see.

11-21-2008, 12:55 AM	#7
Aqualung Pshaw! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Washington Posts: 11,527 Thanks: 527 Thanked 813 Times in 741 Posts Rep Power: 330	Nazareth is definitely a good choice. __________________ Here we go. Mushu cereal for breakfast with duck sauce.

11-17-2008, 11:38 PM	#2
Aqualung Pshaw! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Washington Posts: 11,527 Thanks: 527 Thanked 813 Times in 741 Posts Rep Power: 330	You should listen to Jackyl. I thought they were AC/DC for a long time. Well, fine, like four minutes into the first song I heard from them, but still... __________________ Here we go. Mushu cereal for breakfast with duck sauce.

11-18-2008, 12:25 AM	#3
missingsince1983 Madness takes its toll. Please have exact change. Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Yorkshire, England Posts: 741 Thanks: 50 Thanked 75 Times in 57 Posts Rep Power: 101	Lol, that's the 3rd time I've thanked you in the last couple of hours. I'll check them out tomorrow. __________________ Vote for Song of the Week! This week's winner: The Funeral by Band of Horses

11-21-2008, 03:16 AM	#8
3mag5num7 Wastelander Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Downers Grove, IL...where nothing happens and people like it that way Posts: 2,972 Thanks: 42 Thanked 82 Times in 78 Posts Rep Power: 117	For a more bluesy band, check out the Black Keys. I love them. Rubber Factory and Thickfreakness are great albums.

11-22-2008, 09:05 PM	#9
Uncut Rubber One Step Beyond... Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Secret hideout in the Pennines Posts: 1,546 Thanks: 36 Thanked 99 Times in 82 Posts Rep Power: 108	You should check out the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal. Saxon was the first name that I thought of (and they're from the same region as you, lol), but don't forget Diamond Head and early Judas Priest, either. __________________ I hope that you will understand I do not mean to cause offence, and that no wolfbirds will be sent upon me as a result of this post. Yours sincerely, Uncut Rubber

11-23-2008, 11:14 PM	#11
BlackDeth54 Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bristolville Ohio Posts: 57 Thanks: 1 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts Rep Power: 46	First thing first "Hard Rock" is not metal second "Heavy Metal" Consists of Bands like Iron Maiden and Venom. And third I agree any NWOBHM band would be great and yes Iron maiden is kickass and remember hair metal isnt really metal so no motley crue or whatever the hell Oh yeah by the way NWOBH is New wave of british heavy metal. __________________ http://www./joechamberlain54

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