Probably TYR. It's actually a really weird case though. I know a hell of a lot of people who listen to all different types of music but the only people who have heard of this band, were introduced by me. The reason this is weird, is because I listen to dozens of Folk-Metal bands, most of which are a lot more popular than TYR, yet TYR seem to be the only band who have CDs in most record shops.
It could be down to the fact that they played Bloodstock though. Or was it download? I can't remember. Either way they had a small slot at a large festival. I guess they are more popular.
So after all that, it's not a legit answer, really.
My real answer is Ensiferum.
EDIT: NO WAIT, it's Falkenbach. Hardly anybody knows about this band and they rock my sock off.
Graustein said:
Barenaked Ladies. Nobody I know has heard of them, but they are my favourite band ever.
I seriously love this band as well! They might not be as small as you think though, they've had a song played on Scrubs. I guess that doesn't really make any difference to their popularity though.
EquinoxETO said:
Bouncing Souls!
seriously, i hope somebody has heard of them
kids and heroes is great!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JShQby1vfv0
just check them out
I have heard of them and they're a huge band
Not to forget awesome.