Neue Deutsche Härte

A subgenre of rock music that developed in Germany and Austria and is influenced by Neue Deutsche Welle, alternative metal, and groove metal, combining it with elements from electro-industrial and techno. The lyrics are generally in German. NDH uses the basic setup of instruments for metal: electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, and vocals, along with keyboard, synthesizers, samples, and sometimes additional percussion. Emphasis is on a demonstration of predominance by over-pronouncing certain syllables and letters (such as the uvular or alveolar trill). The vocals are dominantly presented in a deep, masculine, and clean voice. Some bands use screams and death growls. Guitars are tuned low, usually to drop D or drop C, and are generally heavily distorted. 1990s–2000s.