Wolfgang Van Halen has big shoes to fill, establishing himself as a musician and being the son of the legendary guitarist Eddie Van Halen. Such a name could be a burden or a springboard for a career of his own. In Wolfgang's case, it's the latter. Wolfgang Van Halen has established himself and his band,... Continue Reading →
QUEENSRŸCHE will come to Europe this summer
Queensrÿche, a pioneering force in the progressive metal genre, is set to return to Europe this summer for a series of highly anticipated performances. One of these shows is scheduled to take place at Markthalle in Hamburg on June 16th, 2026. Support: Rivers Of Nihil
HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES announce three German shows
One of the most prominent rock supergroups, the Hollywood Vampires, will be touring again in the summer of 2026. In August, the band featuring Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper, Joe Perry (Aerosmith), and Tommy Henriksen (Crossbone Skully, guitarist Alice Cooper) will perform three exclusive arena shows, with appearances in Nuremberg (August 25, 2026, PSD Bank Nürnberg... Continue Reading →
SBÄM Fest – the 8th edition in June 2026
The SBÄM Fest is entering its eighth round and will once again bring international punk rock fever to the Schlachthof Wels on June 5 and 6. What began as a scene event has long since developed into one of the most important punk rock festivals in Europe – and SBÄM Fest 8 continues this success... Continue Reading →
KNIFE and WARRANT – Speed Invasion 2026
Knife and Warrant combine forces and will embark on a tour in March 2026. The two bands reflect generations bridging speed metal from Germany and a lot of fun is guaranteed.
MORK and SOULBURN – tour dates for Europe
Black metal force Mork will embark on a tour through Europe in autumn 2026. With them on the road will be Soulburn from The Netherlands. The tour includes a show at Hafenklang, Hamburg on October 10th, 2026.
ZZ TOP – four shows in Germany this summer
The Big One! The iconic ZZ Top will be returning to Germany after two years! The “Little Ol' Band from Texas” is one of the most famous and legendary rock bands of all time. With their unmistakable blend of blues, boogie, and rock, ZZ Top thrills fans around the world. Now, the trio of Billy... Continue Reading →
GLUECIFER – live dates for 2026
Scandinavian rock legends Gluecifer are on tour with their new album, “Same Drug, New High.” They will perform six exclusive shows in Germany in February and March of 2026, in Cologne, Frankfurt, Karlsruhe, Munich, Hamburg, and Berlin. “Rock ‘n’ roll never died, it just passed out in the corner” (Rick Sims, The Didjits) — rarely... Continue Reading →
ANGUS McSIX will be in tour in March 2026
Angus McSix (Hero Metal) will release their new epic masterpiece “Angus McSix And The All-Seeing Astral Eye” on March 13, 2026, via Napalm Records. Accordingly, they will embark on an album release tour! Their first album, “Angus McSix and the Sword of Power,” went straight to number 10 on the official German album charts in... Continue Reading →
GLORYHAMMER and the 5th album release tour
Gloryhammer will hit the road in October and November 2026 for their 5th Album Release Tour, bringing a new record and an updated live show to fans across the globe! This run marks the start of the band’s next phase, with a fresh production and a setlist built to hit as hard as an astral... Continue Reading →
LOST SOCIETY will embark on a tour in March 2026
Finland’s fiercest export Lost Society are thrilled to announce their return to the road with a blistering Spring 2026 UK & Europe Tour. Known for their explosive live performances and untamed stage presence, the band will once again unleash their signature intensity on audiences across the continent. Frontman Samy Elbanna comments: "Lost Society will be finally... Continue Reading →
AXEL RUDI PELL – “Ghost Town” tour dates for 2026
You need neither encyclopedia nor satnav to enjoy the music of Bochum-based guitarist, composer and band mastermind Axel Rudi Pell. Because what applies to most successful musicians also goes for Pell: His songs are marked by his typical, unmistakable signature, a hybrid of powerful guitar riffs and catchy melodies, presented by a brilliant band consisting... Continue Reading →
THE HARD CIRCLE – 2026 dates announced
Loud, familiar, and legendary! THE HARD CIRCLE, the metal event of the year, will enter its next round in 2026 with concentrated energy, the best bands, and fabulous locations - headbanging included!After the huge success of recent years and another sold-out venue in Karlsruhe this year, next year will once again see three major indoor... Continue Reading →
H-BLOCKX release a new single and 2026 tour dates
A few weeks ago, H-Blockx completed one of the biggest tours of their 30-year career: during the 13 concerts, the band played several songs from their album “FILLIN_THE_BLANK,” which will be released in 2026. Among them was the previously unreleased “CORNS_ABOUT_2_POP,” which was always a highlight of the shows. Today, a music video for the... Continue Reading →
MADSEN announced “SMILE” and tour dates
On Friday, December 12, 2025, Madsen played the last concert of their tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut album. For the first encore, the band surprised the 7,000 fans in the sold-out Hamburg Sporthalle with a new song and an announcement: Madsen's 10th album is called “SMILE” and will be released on May... Continue Reading →









