IoMP 49: The Best Acoustic Metal Songs You Need to Hear
What happens when metal bands put down the distortion and pick up the acoustic guitar? On this episode of the Influencers of Metal Podcast, Collin and Tom explore the surprisingly emotional and powerful world of acoustic metal. From Blind Guardian’s fantasy-fueled ballad “The Bard’s Song” to the stripped-down sorrow of Slipknot’s “Vermilion Pt. 2” and Whitechapel’s unexpectedly haunting acoustic version of “Hickory Creek,” they uncover how unplugged versions can hit just as hard—sometimes harder—than the full-blown heaviness.
You’ll also hear about unexpected acoustic gems from Alestorm, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Bullet for My Valentine, and more, as well as how Lindsay Schoolcraft’s harp-driven Worlds Away redefines what “acoustic metal” can sound like.
Whether you’re a diehard headbanger or someone who appreciates the softer side of metal, this episode will change how you hear your favorite bands.
Hit play and discover the beauty behind the brutality.
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