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Norwald is an epic/symphonic power metal band from Murcia, active since 2019. The band delivers grandiose power metal from the warm southeastern Spanish coast.
Nostradameus is a power metal band from Gothenburg, Sweden, formed in 1993. One of Sweden's longest-running power metal acts, their album 'Illusions Parade' on AFM Records showcases loud, proud power metal with strong riffs and energy, drawing comparisons to Rhapsody and Blind Guardian.
Nostradamus is a power metal band from Deitingen, Switzerland, one of the country's longest-running power metal acts with roots reaching back to 1993. Over three decades, the band has upheld the grandiose tradition of European power metal from the canton of Solothurn.
Nothing Else is a power/progressive metal band from Modena, Italy, active since 2020. They deliver focused, melodic metal from this Emilia-Romagna city famous for Ferrari and Pavarotti.
Nottingham is a power metal band from Szolnok, Hungary, active since 2011. Their English castle name evokes the medieval grandeur that permeates their melodic power metal.
Nova Arminius is a heavy/power metal band from Sweden, active since 2017. The band delivers anthemic power metal infused with traditional heavy metal foundations.
Los Angeles's NovaReign emerged in 2018 at the crossroads of European-influenced power metal and progressive metal's technical ambition, bringing soaring melodies and intricate arrangements to a scene not always known for that style. Their songwriting keeps the spectacle of power metal intact while the progressive elements add depth and unpredictability to tracks that reward repeated listening.
Novella is a power/folk metal band from the Larkhall/Stonehouse area of Scotland, active since 2013. Their sound weaves Scottish folk traditions into the soaring energy of power metal.
Noveria is a power/progressive metal band from Rome, Italy, active since 2013. They craft polished, technically ambitious melodic metal from the Italian capital.
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