Another year means another batch of metal classics will be contributed to the ever-expanding 'greatest hits' of the genre. As 2016 rolls on and the new albums continue to pile up, more instant classics will undoubtedly present themselves as the tally rises. By year's end, it can be an arduous process to comb through all the glorious metal that has been bestowed upon us, which is why Loudwire is keeping track of the Best Metal Songs of 2016... So Far!

With albums from Megadeth, Abbath, Anthrax, Babymetal, Ihsahn, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Killswitch Engage and dozens more already out, the best song from each album has already found its way into this snowballing list. With more new albums on the horizon, we'll keep this post updated with the Best Metal Songs 2016 has to offer.

As for the Best Metal Albums of 2016 (So Far), you can find all of those at the bottom of this post.