Top metal pros & curators

Browse the list on this page to discover metal labels, playlists, radios, and blogs. Filter by subgenre like thrash metal, doom metal, or metalcore. Then send your track directly through Groover. Each pro listens and responds within 7 days.

They want strong production, clear identity, and authenticity. Whether you play death metal, black metal, or progressive metal, pros look for artists who know their sound and deliver it with intensity. A solid mix and a unique angle help you stand out.

Metal has a global, loyal fanbase and thrives on underground support. Subgenres like doom metal, metalcore, and thrash metal each have dedicated communities. Pros & curators in metal are passionate and often focus on niche styles, making it easier to find the right fit for your sound.

Target pros who match your subgenre. If you play progressive metal, don't pitch to death metal labels. Show you know their roster. Mention why your track fits. High-quality recordings and a clear artist identity make a big difference.

You'll get a response within 7 days, guaranteed. Pros may add your track to playlists, offer label deals, book interviews, or give constructive feedback. If they don't reply, you get your credits back. Response rates vary, but targeting the right pros increases your chances.

Groover helps artists and their representatives (label managers, PR agents, publishers etc.) get their music heard.


Through an innovative web platform, Groover connects artists who want to promote their music with the best curators, radios and labels seeking emerging talents. On Groover, artists can send their music directly to a selection of blogs, radios, playlist curators, record labels and pros of their choice, get feedback guaranteed, and coverage!

Thanks to Groover, more than 3,000 active music curators and pros have given more than 4 million pieces of feedback, 1 million+ shares (reviews, playlist adds etc.) and 1,000+ signatures on record labels.

Yes, Groover is a paid platform that uses credits called Grooviz:

• 1 Grooviz = €1 (tax included, ~ $1.07 USD)

• Contacting a curator/pro costs 2 Grooviz

• Top-tier curators may cost more (4–6 Grooviz)
  

You can save up to 24% with discounted credit packs.

100%. Groover was built for indie and self-managed artists who want to promote their music without needing a label or traditional PR.

Curators provide actionable written feedback on your track, helping you understand your music’s strengths, get exposure, and grow your network.

Yes, but signing up is free and takes only a few minutes. You can browse curators and plan your campaign before sending your first track.