Rock 'n' roll seems to nestle an almost infinite number of distinct musical genres under its very broad umbrella, but when one of those genres hangs around long enough – as heavy metal has for close ...

Most people know the terms “heavy metal” and “death metal,” even if they can’t tell what the actual difference is between the two. Some people have a working knowledge of other more well-known but ...

Blaise Santi is a recent graduate of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts majoring in Dramatic Writing. He's had experience writing not only for screen and stage, but also for sketch and late-night. His ...

While Coachella 2015 includes standard bearers of rock such as AC/DC, for fresher, innovative sounds the tents offer artists influenced by, rather than just derivative of, the bigger genres. Freak ...

Before diving into subgenres, it’s important to first have a complete understanding of what film genres are on a fundamental level. The easiest way to think about genre is as a category or type of ...

We’re all about subgenres, but sometimes they just get weird. Don’t believe us? The following are all real ways to categorize different shades of metal. Just try explaining “pirate metal” to your ...

Genres are great, but have you ever taken the time to explore subgenres instead? Breaking genres down into smaller and narrower classifications is a delightful task for those who are dedicated to ...

Eliza is a radio presenter, writer, die-hard Doctor Who fan and a complete tea addict. She loves heavy metal, horror movies and cats. It can manifest in so many different ways, tapping into a variety ...

Horror is a genre known for its jump scares, eerie atmospheres, bone-chilling tension, and the undeniable thrill of watching something you know will give you nightmares. At its core, a horror film is ...