The best Stoner Metal albums
of the 2010s.
Where to start with 2010–2019 stoner metal — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top of the 2010s — stoner metal
Top picks from 2010–2019, ranked by where we would start.
Soundgarden
King Animal
A dense tapestry of heavy riffs and brooding melodies, capturing the essence of grunge's evolution in a modern context.
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Soundgarden
King Animal Demos
Raw and introspective demos reveal Soundgarden's grunge roots with haunting melodies and powerful riffs.
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Corrosion of Conformity
IX
A gritty blend of Southern sludge and stoner metal, balancing heavy riffs with atmospheric undertones.
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Baroness
Purple
A vibrant fusion of progressive and sludge metal, infused with emotional depth and melodic exploration.
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Baroness
Yellow & Green
'Yellow & Green' captures the essence of Baroness, merging aggressive instrumentation with melodic intricacies. It sets the stage for understanding the band's unique approach to heavy music while remaining engaging for newcomers.
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Spiritual Beggars
Return to Zero
A powerful fusion of hard rock and stoner metal that evokes a cosmic journey through heavy riffs and soaring melodies.
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Corrosion of Conformity
Corrosion of Conformity
A gritty amalgamation of sludge and stoner metal, infused with Southern rock influences and raw, powerful vocals.
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Torche
Torche / Part Chimp
A fierce collision of stoner rock and sludge metal, blending heavy riffs with melodic undertones in a compact form.
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Cancer Bats
Bears, Mayors, Scraps & Bones
A ferocious blend of hardcore punk and sludge metal, delivering high-energy riffs and raw vocal intensity throughout.
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Big Business
Battlefields Forever
Heavy riffs and intricate rhythms collide with a raw intensity, delivering a sonic onslaught that is both abrasive and melodic.
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Kylesa
Exhausting Fire
A dynamic blend of sludge and stoner metal intertwines with melodic elements, creating a layered sonic landscape that challenges and captivates.
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Kylesa
Ultraviolet
A visceral blend of sludge and stoner metal, interwoven with melodic elements and dynamic song structures that challenge the listener.
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Electric Wizard
Wizard Bloody Wizard
A heavy, psychedelic descent into doom, characterized by murky riffs and haunting atmospheres that evoke a sense of impending dread.
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Electric Wizard
Time to Die
A heavy, murky soundscape envelops listeners in a haze of crushing riffs and haunting vocals.
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Torche
Admission
A blend of heavy riffs and melodic undertones creates a dynamic soundscape that balances aggression with introspection.
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Orange Goblin
The Wolf Bites Back
A ferocious blend of heavy riffs and gritty vocals, encapsulating the essence of stoner metal with a relentless energy.
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Orange Goblin
Back From The Abyss
A thunderous blend of stoner rock grooves and heavy metal riffs that plunge deep into dark, mythical narratives.
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High on Fire
Electric Messiah
A relentless assault of heavy riffs and primal energy that channels both chaos and ancient mythology.
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Down
Down IV – Part I
A heavy, atmospheric blend of sludge and stoner metal, marked by gritty riffs and haunting vocals.
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Down
Down IV – Part II
Heavy, brooding riffs intertwine with haunting melodies, creating a sonically dense atmosphere that reflects themes of struggle and introspection.
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Raging Speedhorn
Lost Ritual
A chaotic blend of sludge and hardcore that channels raw energy into an unrelenting sonic assault.
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ASG
Blood Drive
A gritty fusion of stoner rock and alternative metal, layered with atmospheric melodies and heavy riffs that evoke a sense of wanderlust.
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High on Fire
Luminiferous
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and intricate rhythms intertwine with vivid lyrical imagery and intense vocal delivery.
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Sleep
The Sciences
Heavy, expansive riffs intertwine with cosmic themes, creating a sonic landscape that feels both grounded and otherworldly.
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