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[2025] Summary of Popular Bands in Austria

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

If you’re a classical music enthusiast or performer, Austria is truly a dream destination.

Even people who aren’t particularly interested in music have likely heard of Vienna, the “City of Music,” and Austria, birthplace of historical giants like Mozart and Haydn, is indeed a nation of music.

By the way, what about Austria’s rock, pop, and metal band scenes?

This article introduces a wide range of Austrian bands across genres—many of which are not widely known in Japan!

You’ll also find plenty of uniquely Austrian bands, so if you’re interested, be sure to check them out.

[2025] Roundup of Popular Austrian Bands (31–40)

Son of PerditionHollenthon

HOLLENTHON – Son of Perdition

Son of PerditionHollenthon

This is a song with a classic hard rock band sound.

I personally like the vocalist’s solid, distinctive tone, but the music video is a bit intense and might offend or upset some viewers, so please be cautious.

If you’re not comfortable with graphic imagery, it’s better not to watch it.

The track itself is compelling, with sections featuring instruments like banjo and violin that really stand out.

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AsmodeusASMODEUS

Asmodeus

AsmodeusASMODEUS

It’s a track by a death metal band.

With heavy low-end and a sense of speed, it’s a very exhilarating and lively song to listen to.

I think it’s the kind of track death metal fans can enjoy with confidence.

It also has characteristics that could place it in the thrash metal category.

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Drift.spout

.sPout. – “Drift” – 2005

Drift.spout

They are one of the well-known bands in Austria’s rock/metal scene.

This track is a piece of nu-metal/mixture rock with a pop-leaning sound that puts the vocals front and center.

The DJ’s record-scratch effects add a fun touch, and it stands as one of their signature songs, reflecting their impressive, genre-agnostic pursuit of what sounds good.

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Schwarze PuppenAngizia

Angizia -Schwarze Puppen

Schwarze PuppenAngizia

It’s a somewhat unusual type of band.

You could classify it as progressive or alternative, but the song is very interesting, featuring phrases that show characteristics of opera, tango, and folk music.

It’s a piece whose appeal goes beyond genre labels and evokes a sense of the surreal.

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Get You Back’Oh Mercy

Oh Mercy – ‘Get You Back’

Get You Back'Oh Mercy

It’s a song that evokes a nostalgic, bittersweet atmosphere.

The sound feels like a fusion of pop, glam rock, and folk elements, overflowing with a fanciful, almost fantasy-like vibe.

It’s a track you can listen to with a sense of ease.

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[2025] Roundup of Popular Austrian Bands (41–50)

Spit It OutJust Friends And Lovers

Just Friends And Lovers – Spit It Out

Spit It OutJust Friends And Lovers

It’s a track by a garage pop band with a female vocalist.

It has the vibe of a page from youth—it’s not technically polished, but that roughness gives it flavor, and people who appreciate that will enjoy it.

It’s easy to listen to, and I personally think it’s perfect for adding to a driving playlist.

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In conclusion

Since bands from Austria are rarely featured prominently in books as “Austrian bands,” many people may have had no idea what kind of rock or pop scene exists in that country—but perhaps you discovered some fascinating bands in this article.

Be sure to pay attention to the melodies, lyrics, and production that are unique to non-English-speaking regions!