Like, I love thrash/death/heavy metal music, but I could mostly do without the vocals. Is there a genre of music (or specific bands) I should look for?

I’m a big fan of Arcturus, Children of Bodom, etc, but I prefer the instrumentals way more than the singing.

So, is there a specific genre for that?

Edit: Imagine Silent Night, Bodom Night but without lyrics. It’s not that I dislike the vocals; would just appreciate the track more without them. It’s like they’re just in the way of what I want to hear.

Edit 2: Thanks, everyone. I have heard of Animals as Leaders but am not super familiar with them. Will definitely check them out as well as the other recommendations.

  • Glifted@lemmy.world
    5·
    4 days ago

    Check out a band called Pelican, especially their early stuff. It’s not exactly what you’re looking for but it might scratch that itch a little

    • PennyRoyal@sh.itjust.works
      1·
      4 days ago

      Fuck yeah. I’m ashamed to say I’d kinda forgotten about them, so thanks for reminding me. Midnight and Mescaline is an absolute banger, as a recommendation for a gateway track