Latvian Metal

Latvian metal is a subgenre of heavy metal that emphasizes speed, aggression, and technical proficiency. The music often features complex guitar riffs, thunderous drums, and soaring vocals. The lyrics are often dark and introspective, exploring themes of death, despair, and the occult. Latvian metal bands have gained a loyal following both in Latvia and abroad, with many fans drawn to the genre's intense energy and technical prowess.