Welcome to the Technical Metal subforum! This is the dynamic hub for fans of the genre that thrives on intricate musicianship, complex compositions, and mind-bending performances. Discuss the genre's defining characteristics, including virtuosic guitar solos, intricate time signatures, and progressive song structures. Celebrate pioneering bands like Meshuggah, Between the Buried and Me, and Animals as Leaders, and discover new acts pushing the boundaries of technical metal. Share your favorite albums, dissect the technical intricacies of your favorite tracks, and delve into discussions about the genre's influence on progressive music and avant-garde metal. Join us in exploring the challenging and intellectually stimulating world of technical metal.