
#11 TRA Studio Monday Madness
(2026-01-12) Songs played on our listening session at the TRA Studio Discord server. (Published songs only.) Are you a fan of rock/metal? Come along: https://discord.gg/tra-studio
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37 songs
5:52

EDM Disco banger, Fast, hard-hitting electronic symphony rock with sparse metal guitars in EDM pattern, distorted synth leads, and pounding drums in EDM pattern or as filler, Dark yet energetic atmosphere — ultra fast dark vibes mixed with catchy hooks, Beat inside a beat, Complex chanted chorus, stylish, with over the top surprises like muted trumped arpeggios, distorted piano and Armenian flute, female inter layered voices during hook, progressive avant-garde space glitch effects with reverb, sparse electric symphony rock guitar in dark EDM pattern, progressive top notch symphonic metal violin
3:31

4:01

Avant Rock, Classic Rock, Prog Rock, Math, Chillcore
4:59

4:44

The tracks opens with an melodic intro with whispering vocals, since the track explodes punk metal track kicks off with aggressive distorted guitars and pounding drums, Female vocals are delivered as angry yells, cutting through the mix, Acidic synths weave in, layering dissonant and harmonic textures over the distorted guitars, intensifying tension in both verse and chorus
6:04

1990s Rock track with prominent electric guitars and live-style rock drums, maintaining an energetic, driving feel, tempo around 130 BPM in a minor key for a slightly melancholic yet upbeat mood, The song features distorted and clean electric guitar riffs, a solid bass guitar groove, and live drum patterns with kick, snare, toms, and cymbals, enhanced subtly with a light electronic beat to add modern texture but not dominate the mix, Synths provide atmospheric pads and arpeggiated motifs sparingly, supporting the guitars rather than leading, The arrangement builds intensity through layering guitars, bass, and drums, with occasional electronic flourishes, Production emphasizes clarity and separation of instruments while keeping a raw, organic rock feel, The track is instrumental, with a strong rock core and subtle electronic accents, maintaining harmonic minor undertones without relying solely on synth textures
5:15

3:34

Acoustic Metal, slow, emotional electric guitar riffs, emotional builds, desperate female vocals, emotional love song, alternative, emotional swells, acoustic strumming, heartfelt vocals, melismatic vocals
3:36

3:55

High-energy progressive metalcore track featuring a blend of aggressive djent-style riffing and melodic hooks, The song is set in a minor key with a tempo of approximately 160 BPM, It opens with a dissonant, high-pitched synth siren effect before transitioning into heavy, palm-muted 7-string guitar riffs characterized by syncopated rhythmic patterns and low-end punch, The drums utilize rapid double-bass patterns, snappy snare hits, and intricate cymbal work, Vocals alternate between gritty, soaring melodic cleans in the verses and intense, guttural screams during the breakdown and chorus, The production is polished and modern, featuring layered vocal harmonies, subtle atmospheric synths, and a wide stereo field for the distorted guitars, The structure follows a verse-chorus-verse-chorus-breakdown-chorus format, culminating in a heavy rhythmic finale with vocal ad-libs
4:05

latin infused male vocals, Dark, gritty, intense, passionate, sensual undertones, raw, rebellious, raspy, powerful, bass, distorted guitars, thundering drums, electrifying solos, fast adventure conveying verses, explosive chorus, cinematic, anthemic
3:14

Hushed, eerie male vocals drift over sparse piano and haunting synth pads, building an atmosphere of tension, Subtle, distorted percussion and distant reverb-drenched textures swell and recede, In the bridge, glitchy effects and layered whispered vocals intensify the unsettling mood
10:26

Dark Slavic pagan folk fused with black metal and blackgaze atmospheres, Slow-to-mid tempo (60–90 BPM) in minor/Phrygian modes, led by droning hurdy gurdy, bagpipes, gusli, balalaika, domra, and deep frame drums, Female lead alternates ethereal whispers, mournful chants, and fierce cries, now layered with brutal black metal screams and growls in place of male choruses, Verses are hypnotic and sorrowful, supported by sparse percussion and drones, swelling into intense choruses where tremolo-picked guitars, ritual drums, bagpipes, and layered vocals converge, Breaks feature shamanic percussion, jaw harp, and atmospheric drones, evoking abandoned villages and ancient rites, Orchestral strings and brass add cinematic weight, storm sounds, wolves, and distant bells intensify the pagan and blackgaze ambience, Mood is dark, ritualistic, melancholic, and ferocious: a pagan lament transformed into a blackgaze invocation of despair and cosmic ruin
6:39

Experimental extreme shamanic grunge metal fused with post-metal atmosphere and ritual industrial textures, fractured by sudden moments of fragile acoustic exposure, Low-tuned guitars function as texture and percussion rather than traditional riffs, with asymmetrical rhythms, tempo instability, and abrupt dynamic collapses, Vocals shift between intimate, breath-close delivery and restrained aggression, supported by inhuman BGV clusters, whispered chants, and dissonant stacked harmonies, Harmonic language favors Phrygian and Locrian modes, tritone pivots, microtonal detuning, and unexpected key shifts, occasionally breaking into brief acoustic or parallel-major passages that feel exposed rather than comforting, Production is tactile and invasive: close-mic breath, fingers on strings, scraped metal, pitch-bent feedback, extreme stereo panning, choking gates, and hard cuts
3:15

HEADS WILL ROLL! -V1
v4.5-all
WITHOUT GRITTY VOCALS OR SCREAMS female vocals, K-pop x rock song inspired by "Heads will roll" by scarlett johansson
- *Tempo*: 130-140 BPM, similar to the original song's tempo of 131, 9 BPM, - *Key*: G# Minor, which is the key of the original song, This key fits well with the dark, edgy vibe of your lyrics, - *Melody*: Think powerful, soaring vocals with a mix of aggressive and melodic lines, Emphasize the strong, confident lyrics with bold, punchy melodies, Some chord progressions to consider:
- Verse: G#m - C#m - D#m
- Chorus: G#m - F# - D#m - C#m
- Bridge: E - B - G#m - C#m
To make it super catchy, focus on repetitive hooks like "Like my name!" and "I set the world on flames!" Experiment with layered synths, driving drums, and distorted guitars to create a massive sound
4:29

metal, Blazing Italian symphonic gothic metal at 190 BPM: rapid double-kick drumming, tremolo and galloping guitars, towering choirs, and grand orchestral strings with ominous choirs in the intro, High-pitched female opera vocals soar over crushing riffs; verses are tight and driving, chorus explodes with widescreen harmonies and brass hits, Middle section drops to a dark, sensual half-time with choral pads before ramping back into a final blazing run, Spoken-word outro over fading strings, low choirs, and distant thunder, gothic metal, dynamic, opera, strong
4:51

Extremely Brutal Russian Symphonic Deathcore, Beatdown Hardcore, Russian Hardbass, Double Tracked Vocals, Layered Vocal Stacks, Solo Male Vocalist, Octavist, Deepest Demonic Gutturals, Drop-G tuned 9-String Guitars, Tunnel Throat, High BPM, Relentless non-stop superhuman 128th note Blast Beat assault, Heroic Manic Guitar Solo, Haunting Back up Cellos, Thick Russian Accent, Anthemic, Aggressive Compression, Technical Deathcore, Sub-bass Drops, ‑Multiple Singers, ‑Female vocals, ‑clean vocals, ‑singing, ‑whispering, ‑backing vocals, ‑choir, ‑harmony, ‑duet, ‑gang vocals, ‑crowd, ‑multiple voices, ‑high pitched vocals, ‑electronic, ‑autotune, ‑pop
7:22

5:03

5:56

4:30

90s Rap Metal, Funk Metal, Political, Heavy Groove, Raw Production, Breakbeat Drums, Dry Snare, Distorted Bass, Spoken Word Verses, Screaming Chorus, Dissonant Guitar Noises, Siren Effects, Explosive Energy, Mantra
7:57

70s progressive rock with a restrained, introspective tone, Slow to mid-tempo pacing with subtle tempo shifts and occasional odd meter feel, Clean electric piano leads the harmonic mood, supported by mellotron strings, melodic bass, clean electric guitar, and a controlled acoustic drum kit, Verses are sparse and conversational, choruses subdued rather than explosive, Instrumental sections gradually build tension without full resolution, focusing on atmosphere and unease rather than virtuosity, Vocals are calm, reflective, slightly detached, emphasizing quiet discomfort and suppressed emotion, The track avoids big climaxes, ending unresolved and suspended, leaving a sense of restlessness rather than closure
4:03

4:37

Genre: Theatrical Horror Punk, Metalcore Fusion, Halloween Anthem (inspired by Misfits “Halloween, ” BFMV, ADTR)
Guitars: Drop-tuned 7-string, surf-punk tremolo riffs with chugging breakdowns, pinch harmonics, sweep arpeggios, heavy reverb, dive-bomb effects in solos, Drums: Gravity blasts, double-kick 32nds, punk gallops, tom rolls, halftime grooves blending punk energy with metal precision, Bass: Distorted low end locking with kicks, fuzz drive under breakdowns and punk swings, Vocals: Deep baritone dramatic croon to screams, Danzig tone with metalcore intensity, rowdy gang-chants
Keys/Synth: Pipe-organ textures, low drones, ambient reverb for cinematic edge, FX/Extras: Retro Halloween SFX, Bonfire crackle, thunder, laughter, whispers, feedback swells, delay tails, Tone: Gritty, haunting, dynamic—balancing retro horror grit with modern punch, Mixing: Guitars wide, vocals front, drums massive, bass tight, FX low but present, ‑Rap, ‑rapping, ‑hip hop, ‑carnival, ‑scat, ‑yodeling
4:53

Energetic, Moody, intense, heavy symphonic, Post-Rock/Metal With Relentless Drums, Wide Range Male Vocals, layered guitars, layered vocals, Big Catchy Hook In Chorus, And Cinematic, shifting tempos and timely deconstructions, epic and ambient, industrial elements
2:26

5:24

7:12

2:07

This is a metalcore track with a driving tempo of 120 BPM in the key of E minor, The instrumentation features heavily distorted electric guitars playing power chords, a prominent bass guitar, and a powerful drum kit with a strong emphasis on double bass drumming and cymbal crashes, The vocals are primarily harsh, screamed male vocals, with some spoken word sections delivered in a low, aggressive tone, The song structure includes distinct verse and chorus sections, with a breakdown section featuring a slower, heavier riff, Production elements include heavy compression on the drums and guitars, creating a dense and impactful sound, The guitar riffs are characterized by palm-muted chugging and fast tremolo picking, The bass guitar follows the guitar riffs closely, adding to the overall heaviness, The drum patterns are intricate and energetic, providing a relentless rhythmic foundation, There are no clean vocals or melodic singing, The overall mood is aggressive and confrontational
7:09

Symphonic extreme gothic metal at 120 BPM in D minor, Very epic, dark and theatrical, Tight downtuned guitars, powerful drums with half-time feel in verses, driving double-kick in pre-chorus and chorus, huge orchestra (strings, brass, choir) and occasional harpsichord/organ, Main vocal: female operatic lead with wide range (cold purring in verses, intense in pre-chorus, soaring and majestic in every [Chorus]), plus occasional harsh backing in [Bridge] and climaxes, Mood: exiled Queen from Hell, barred from returning, now forging a new “artistic” Hell from mortal suffering, Four big choruses with the same main hook “I am Lilith Inferna, the Artist of Spite”, each bigger than the last; final chorus is the most massive with extra choir and ad-libs, Style influence: ~60% symphonic metal, 25% cinematic dark orchestra, 15% gothic/industrial atmosphere
13:02

A raw and energetic punk-pop section led by a confident and slightly gritty female vocal, The delivery is emotional but tough, carrying an undercurrent of frustration and restless momentum, Backing instrumentation includes punchy drums, tight distorted guitars, and subtle bass pulses that support the attitude without overwhelming the vocal, The overall tone is youthful, edgy, and straightforward, using common-parlance lyrics that feel honest and unfiltered, Atmosphere remains modern and clean, with light reverb and a touch of saturation, creating a sharp, fast-moving mood that fits Raven’s rebellious personality
4:59

Genre: Theatrical Horror Punk, Emo Metalcore Fusion, Surf-Punk Swing Banger, Halloween Dance Metal (Influences: Misfits, ADTR, BFMV, Rev, Horton Heat)
Guitars: Drop-tuned 7-string grind with surf twang leads, slapback delay, tremolo slides, pinch harmonics, dive bombs, tap runs, punk swing and deathcore chug mix, Drums: Punk swing fused with metalcore precision—blast beats, double-kick bursts, snare shuffles, halftime grooves for swagger, Bass: Overdriven upright tone with slap feel under groove riffs, walking swing beneath chugs, fuzz in breakdowns, Vocals: Deep baritone croon, layered screams, gang shouts, tunnel growls, Danzig-meets-metalcore grit, Keys/Synth: Pipe-organ ambience, drones, delay trails, eerie reverb, FX/Extras: Retro Horror movie SFX, vinyl crackle, frogs, thunder, laughter, swamp ambience, Tone: Crunchy, greasy, spooky, cinematic swagger in bayou grime, Mixing: Guitars wide, vocals dominant, bass thick, drums crisp, FX warm, ‑Rap, ‑rapping































