trap metal
subgenre of metal, fusion of trap and hardcore hip hop
Trap metal is a visceral blend where the heavy distortion of metal collides with the rhythmic pulse of trap beats, creating an electrifying atmosphere that’s both chaotic and hypnotic. The vocals often shift from aggressive raps to guttural screams, embodying raw emotion and tension. This genre is unfiltered, channeling feelings of angst, rebellion, and catharsis through pounding bass lines and serrated guitar riffs that resonate deep in your chest.
Emerging in the late 2010s, trap metal was birthed from a world craving something different—an antidote to the polished pop and the sanitized aspects of mainstream hip-hop. Artists like XXXTentacion and Bones laid groundwork by incorporating dark themes within their music, while the likes of Scarlxrd and Ghostemane pushed boundaries further, fusing metal's intensity with trap’s swagger. Their work challenged traditional genre definitions and carved out a space where emotional authenticity takes center stage.
For newcomers looking to dive into trap metal, start with Ghostemane’s "N/O/I/S/E," which distinctly showcases his ability to merge genres seamlessly while capturing a haunting atmosphere. XXXTentacion’s "Revenge" offers an introspective side that highlights vulnerability alongside anger. Then there’s Scarlxrd’s "Lxd," which is pure adrenaline—an exhilarating experience that sets the bar high. To round it all off, give bones’ "Creep" a listen for its atmospheric depth. From here, you might find yourself exploring the darker edges of both trap and metal as they intertwine in unexpected ways.
17 artists in the catalog.
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XXXTentacion
SoundCloud rap, Southern hip-hop
6ix9ine
SoundCloud rap, gangsta rap
Denzel Curry
Southern hip-hop, cloud rap
$uicideboy$
emo rap, hip-hop
Scarlxrd
hip-hop, nu metal
GHOSTEMANE
black metal, heavy metal
Lil Gnar
Southern hip-hop, hip-hop
OG Maco
Atlanta hip-hop, Southern hip-hop
ZillaKami
hardcore punk, hip-hop
Jasiah
Midwest hip-hop, alternative rock
Bones
cloud rap, emo rap
Siiickbrain
alternative metal, alternative rock
Kid Bookie
UK rap, hip-hop
ITSOKTOCRY
hardcore punk, hip-hop
City Morgue
East Coast hip-hop, hardcore hip-hop
Outerspass
About trap metal
What is trap metal?
subgenre of metal, fusion of trap and hardcore hip hop
Where should I start with trap metal?
Start with "Skins" by XXXTentacion. It captures what makes trap metal worth exploring.
What are the best trap metal albums?
The trap metal albums worth hearing first: "Skins" by XXXTentacion, "17" by XXXTentacion, "ItWasntEnough" by XXXTentacion, "Bad Vibes Forever" by XXXTentacion and "Revenge" by XXXTentacion.
How many trap metal artists are there?
northsound.fm covers 17 trap metal artists, each with a recommended starting album and listening path.