About Metal Flame Music

Metal Flame Music is the creative force of Dutch composer Ris Janssen. Dive into a world where metal music ignites the soul and fuels the spirit. Experience the raw energy and intricate compositions that define MFM. Join me on this electrifying journey and feel the flame of metal music burn brighter than ever!

I started playing guitar at fifteen, and although I enjoyed learning to play, I soon realized that my real passion was in songwriting. After a few years, I set the guitar aside to focus entirely on composing music. That was 20 years ago, and ever since, I’ve been dedicated to writing as much music as possible—primarily in the metal genre, exploring nearly every one of its subgenres.

I create and share my metal music under the name Metal Flame Music. Alongside writing songs for bands to perform and record, I also compose instrumental tracks that I plan to release as EPs or even full albums. Every piece starts in Guitar Pro, where I draft the initial composition, complete with sheet music, tablature, and a MIDI file. From there, I bring the music to life in a digital audio workstation (DAW), using a mix of VST plugins and VSTi libraries to build out the final sound.

When I start a new song, my focus is purely on the instrumental elements. Lyrics come later, if at all, allowing me to shape the sound and energy first. I don’t write with a specific audience in mind; instead, I create music that resonates with me as a fan. My work ranges from the fast, aggressive riffs of thrash metal to the epic harmonies of power metal, and spanning from classic heavy metal’s relentless pulse to the fierce, chaotic edge of death metal.

More recently, I've also branched out into producing synthwave tracks under the name Spookbaard, diving into the retro-inspired soundscapes that bring a fresh creative edge alongside my metal compositions.