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Rico Studios 21st Century Rock
Cinematic Metal Anthems Built on History, Myth and Defiance
Rico Studios is the cinematic rock project of UK artist Rico Sharma, fusing crushing riffs, cinematic atmosphere and story-driven songwriting into a new generation of heavy rock music.
FEATURED TRACKS
History, mythology and human defiance—forged into cinematic heavy metal.
THE SOUND OF 21ST CENTURY ROCK
History
Forgotten battles, fallen kingdoms and the people who refused to surrender.
Mythology
Ancient legends rebuilt through modern riffs, orchestration and cinematic scale.
Defiance
Songs about resilience, identity and standing firm when the odds are impossible.
From the Journal
Notes from the world behind the sound.
War Songs in Rock: Conflict, Storytelling, and the Human Cost
How rock and metal turn war into stories about power, fear, memory, protest, and the people left carrying the aftermath.
Why Mythology Works So Well in Heavy Metal
Why heavy metal keeps returning to gods, monsters, fate, and the underworld—and what myth lets a song say about modern life.
LATEST RELEASE
Widow’s Fire | Epic Dark Fantasy Metal Story
ABOUT RICO STUDIOS
Rico Sharma is the creator of Rico Studios – 21st Century Rock, a UK-based cinematic rock project combining modern heavy guitar energy with epic storytelling.
Drawing from history, mythology and themes of resilience, Rico creates songs designed to feel larger than life—aggressive, emotional and driven by narrative.
21st Century Rock is where ancient stories, rebellious energy and modern heavy music collide.
Musical influences include Mark Knopfler, Metallica, Bon Jovi, Peyton Parrish and Sabaton. These artists are creative influences only—not collaborators, endorsers or sponsors.
BUILT WITH THE LISTENERS
To everyone who listened, shared a track or supported the project from the beginning—thank you.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Everything you need to know about Rico Sharma and 21st Century Rock
Who is Rico Sharma?
Rico Sharma is a UK-based rock artist and the creative force behind Rico Studios, known for cinematic, story-driven rock anthems released under the banner 21st Century Rock.
What genre of music is 21st Century Rock?
21st Century Rock blends modern heavy rock and metal with cinematic, story-driven songwriting — big riffs, epic themes, and rebellious energy.
Where can I listen to Rico Studios music?
You can watch music videos on YouTube and stream the catalogue on Spotify. Links are available throughout the site in the Listen and Music sections.
What inspires Rico Sharma's music?
Rico cites influences including Mark Knopfler, Metallica, Bon Jovi, Peyton Parrish, and Sabaton, drawing on cinematic storytelling and classic rock craftsmanship.
Where can I follow Rico Studios?
Follow Rico Studios through the official music, Journal, YouTube, Spotify, Instagram and TikTok channels linked across 21st Century Rock.