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No Grace is a band from Elmshorn near Hamburg that shifted from progressive metalcore to progressive gothic rock since 2022. The project's evolution reflects an adventurous creative spirit from the Pinneberg district of Schleswig-Holstein.
Frosinone progressive power metal act active since 2001, crafting ambitious compositions from Lazio's interior for over two decades. Their long-running career speaks to an enduring commitment to technically demanding, melodically rich metal.
No Guerra is an Argentine thrash metal and metalcore band whose album titles — Ahonikenk (2010), Choiols (2012), Weychan (2014), and Traumatica (2024) — draw on the indigenous languages and cultures of Patagonia, including Mapuche and Tehuelche words. After a decade-long gap, the band returned in 2024 with Traumatica, their fourth studio album.
Atmospheric and progressive black metal act from the Peloponnese city of Kalamata, active since 2011 and blending expansive soundscapes with intricate compositions. Their southern Greek setting provides an unusual backdrop for their contemplative approach to extreme metal.
No Holds Barred is a death/thrash metal band from Girona in Catalonia, active since 2011. The band delivers unrestricted extreme metal from the medieval city near the French border.
No Honey is a thrash/groove metal band from Zabreh in the Olomouc region, active since 2019. The band brings a sweet name to a decidedly unsweet blend of thrash aggression and groove-metal heaviness.
Lviv black metal and crust act formed in 2019, fusing extreme metal intensity with D-beat punk energy from western Ukraine's cultural capital. Their hybrid approach channels the confrontational spirit of both traditions.
No I.Q. is a thrash metal band from Freising in Upper Bavaria, active since 2011. The band brings brain-rattling thrash metal from the university town near Munich Airport.
Amersfoort thrash metal act formed in 2021, delivering aggressive speed and precision from the Utrecht province. Their high-energy approach channels the relentless spirit of classic thrash.
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