+Gothic Metal is a subgenre of [Heavy Metal](/wiki/heavy_metal) known for its dark, melancholic atmosphere, often featuring operatic female vocals. It emerged in the early 1990s, blending heavy riffs with introspective themes and drawing inspiration from [Gothic Rock](/wiki/gothic_rock).
+## See also
+- [Doom Metal](/wiki/doom_metal)
+- [Symphonic Metal](/wiki/symphonic_metal)
+- [Gothic Music](/wiki/gothic_music)