My World of Music – est. 2013
Saga is a Canadian rock band that was formed in 1977 in Oakville, Ontario. Formed by bassist Jim Crichton and singer/keyboardist Michael Sadler—along with Ian Crichton, Steve Negus, and Peter Rochon—the group has been delivering a distinctive blend of melodic progressive rock, complex synthesizer arrangements, and catchy guitar riffs for more than four decades. The... Continue Reading →
Europe have released their new, catchy single “The Cult of Ignorance” - the second lead single from their highly anticipated upcoming studio album “Come This Madness,” which is set to be released on September 25 via Silver Lining Music. Driven by an instantly memorable hook and an anthemic chorus, “The Cult of Ignorance” combines irresistible... Continue Reading →
Raw energy meets uncompromising rock ’n’ roll: The Australian band C.O.F.F.I.N has been shaking up the international rock scene for over 20 years and is coming to Germany in the winter of 2026. C.O.F.F.I.N stands for “Children Of Finland Fighting In Norway”—it’s not really surprising that the four band members came up with this name... Continue Reading →
Soulfly once again return to Europe and will be continuing their celebration of their latest album "Chama". They will hit several festivals along the way as well as hitting some headlining shows as the tour progresses. They are looking forward to playing some great music and watching some heads bang and sing along.
The Match Börner Open Air has slowly become one of the more prominent festivals in the greater Hamburg area. This two-day event takes place at Stadtpark Norderstedt, north of Hamburg. Set in beautiful surroundings, the festival is characterised by a great vibe and excellent bands. For their 2026 edition, the MBOA organisation has put together... Continue Reading →
Finnish metal pioneers Amorphis have announced the Borderland Tour 2027, a massive European headline run set to bring their signature blend of melodic death metal, progressive textures, and dark Nordic atmosphere across the continent this winter. Joining them as special guests are Insomnium, with support from Unto Others. The tour kicks off on January 22... Continue Reading →
German heavy metal institution U.D.O. will embark on a European tour in early 2027 with the grand “Triple Anniversary Tour 2027,” celebrating three milestones at once: Udo Dirkschneider’s 75th birthday, 40 years of U.D.O., and the upcoming 20th studio album, set to be released in early 2027 via Reigning Phoenix Music. Following the success of... Continue Reading →
Swiss metal veterans Coroner announced European tour dates. After the successful launch of their latest studio album, the band will embark on the “Dissonance Over Europe, Pt.1” in September 2026, including a show at Knust, Hamburg on September 30st, 2026. Get your ticket here: https://www.ticketmaster.de/event/coroner--special-guest-tickets/1154694670?language=en-de
Heretoir has always been pure emotion. The pain of modern life set to music. With their fourth full-length “Solastalgia”, the German purveyors of soaring post metal work their way to their innermost core and deliver what is easily their most vulnerable and accessible record to date. Solastalgia describes the grief over the loss of the... Continue Reading →
Left to Die is a Florida-based Death Metal act featuring former Death members Terry Butler (bass) and Rick Rozz (guitar). Terry (also of Obituary) and Rick have teamed up with Gruesome members Matt Harvey (guitar, vocals of Exhumed, etc) and Gus Rios (drums, ex-Malevolent Creation) to perform their classic album "Leprosy" in its entirety, along... Continue Reading →
The multi-platinum hard rock powerhouse Five Finger Death Punch announced today the UK and European leg of their 20th-anniversary world tour, which will take place in early 2027. Featuring special guest Lamb of God, the tour brings together two of the most dominant forces in hard rock and metal. The lineup is rounded out by... Continue Reading →
Devin Townsend returns to European stages in 2026 with his Metamorphosis Solo Tour, stopping for three exclusive concerts in Germany: in Hamburg (September 15, Markthalle), Munich (September 26, WERK7 Theater), and Cologne (September 28, Stadthalle). Following a creative hiatus and the completion of his most ambitious album to date, this special concert series offers a... Continue Reading →
To mark their 30th anniversary, Bush are revisiting one of their most iconic songs and releasing “Swallowed (30th Anniversary Tour Version).” Following the success of their latest album “I Beat Loneliness,” which was internationally acclaimed and once again propelled the band to No. 1 on the US Rock Radio Charts, this reinterpretation is being released... Continue Reading →
W.A.S.P. announces ten European shows as part of the “1984 To Headless” 2026 Tour paying tribute to their 1st four albums... Live! Selected hits from W.A.S.P.'s 1st four albums promise to create a true Rock 'N Roll spectacle complete with a live stage show bringing those albums alive for the 1st... and only time.
Without any prior announcement or teaser, Enter Shikari surprised fans by releasing their new album “Lose Your Self” on April 10. Now the band is following up with the official music video for “Find Out The Hard Way…” Directed by Jasper Visuals, the video premieres today, April 15, at 9:00 p.m. CEST: https://youtu.be/iYC-vjBSGXE?si=qf0e_TH9eILX9W2L Singer Rou... Continue Reading →
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