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Damacles is a NWOBHM-styled heavy metal act from Lancashire, active since 2019 and carrying forward the spirit of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal that defined the late 1970s and early 1980s. Their Damocles-referencing name evokes the sword hanging over all — a fitting image for music that channels the tension and energy of Britain's most influential metal movement.
Muskegon, Michigan's Damascus have carved out a decade-plus career in melodic heavy metal, balancing accessible hooks with enough muscle to satisfy the hard rock and metal overlap. Their sound favors melody and clean production within a traditional heavy metal framework.
Dark Star is a band from Birmingham, England, active since 2023, with NWOBHM/heavy metal roots that evolved into hard rock/AOR. They represent the enduring spirit of British heavy metal.
Dawnwatcher is a NWOBHM/heavy metal/hard rock band from Keighley, England, formed in 2019. They carry the NWOBHM torch from the Yorkshire Dales.
Dealer is a NWOBHM/heavy metal band from Cirencester, England, active since 2012. They deal classic British heavy metal from the Cotswolds.
Deep Machine is a NWOBHM/heavy metal band from London, England, active since 2012. They carry the New Wave of British Heavy Metal spirit forward.
Def Leppard is a legendary band from Sheffield, England, originally formed in the NWOBHM era, whose sound evolved from heavy metal into globally successful hard rock and pop rock. They are one of the best-selling rock bands of all time.
Demon is a legendary NWOBHM/heavy metal/hard rock band from Leek, England, active since 2006, with a sound that evolved through progressive rock/AOR and back to heavy metal. They are iconic figures of the British heavy metal tradition.
Dervish is a NWOBHM/heavy metal band from Kent, England, formed in 2019. They carry the whirling spirit of classic British heavy metal.
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