The International Society for Metal Music Studies
Our mission is to:
encourage and facilitate academic research related to heavy metal music and culture
adopt interdisciplinary approaches inclusive of sub-genres and related genres
establish metal music studies as a relevant and respected academic discipline
contribute to the growth of knowledge within academic and music communities
Latest posts
- Bursary Scholarships for 8th ISMMS Biennial International Conference 2027Conference Bursary Scholarships The ISMMS Executive Board announces a limited number of Conference Bursary Scholarships to encourage new and original voices in Metal Studies. The Bursary Scholarships will cover the conference fee (virtual or in-person) for scholars whose conference papers have been accepted by the Liège organisers. Additionally, the Bursary Scholarships will provide a small … Read more
- ISMMS Book AwardISMMS announces two Book Awards for scholarly books about metal—one for an English language book and one for a book written in a language other than English. The requirements for both are: The Board will create a committee for reviewing and judging submissions based on number and language of submissions received. The decisions will be … Read more
- GREMSS : Metal Studies Research Group, Argument and Monthly Seminar Programme (in French)
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Metal Studies Bibliography
Maintained by Amaranta Saguar García & Brian Arnold Hickam, the Metal Studies Bibliography is an open access database of academic literature and a vital resource for researchers in metal music studies.
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