US Power Metal is a subgenre of heavy metal music that originated in the United States in the early 1980s. It is characterized by its fast tempos, melodic guitar riffs, and soaring vocal harmonies. The genre is heavily influenced by traditional heavy metal, but also incorporates elements of progressive metal, speed metal, and thrash metal. US Power Metal bands often feature dual guitar harmonies, complex song structures, and epic lyrics. Common lyrical themes include fantasy, mythology, and heroic tales. Notable US Power Metal bands include Manowar, Iced Earth, and Savatage.
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