10 Current Bands Keeping Nu Metal Music Alive
7. Fire From The Gods
These rising stars from Austin, Texas have been turning heads over the past year following the 2022 release of their third LP, Soul Revolution.
Their music is typically characterized by politically charged lyricism, aggressive guitar riffs, and powerful drumming, viciously tackling sensitive subject matter such as racial tension and social inequality. Combining elements of rap, rock, and metalcore with socially conscious lyrical themes, Fire From The Gods have established a simmering cult following.
Better still, with each new release, the group has shown a propensity for continuing to push the boundaries of the genre, constantly experimenting with different sounds and ideas. When it comes to live performances, the band’s incendiary energy makes for an impressive - if rather brutal and mosh pit-laden - experience.
Between frontman AJ Channer's ferocious lyrical delivery, lead guitarist Drew Walkers' crushing riffs, and drummer Richard Wicander's merciless drums, the group have frequently displayed immense musical chemistry. Still underrated in the heavy world of metal, Fire From The Gods' consistent growth is a sign of potentially great things to come, much to the relief of those hoping for a full-blown nu metal revival.