Observed arrival · 2026-10-21

SouthernMetal.org maps the Gulf South metal scene

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Editorial interest 77/100 Selection signal · not a rating of the site

A regional directory for metal bands, venues, and shows across eight Southern states.

Landing page captured for the 2026-10-21 issue.

For: Gulf South metal fans, bands, and promoters
Worth noticing: Band data is compiled from public sources, including ArtCinco.com; listings are unclaimed until a band joins.

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The homepage reports 2,544 bands and 124 venues, with Texas accounting for 1,104 listed bands and Georgia for 603. Band entries pair genre labels with locations, while show listings display dates, venues, cities, and performer names. The site says its band data comes from public sources, including ArtCinco.com, and that listings remain unclaimed until a band joins.

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