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Graz, Austria, is a vibrant city, but it has a dark side, too. It is the hometown of L.G., who started Ellende, a one-man project, in 2011. It was the self-titled longplayer that paved the way for Ellende, serving as a springboard for the band to sign a deal with AOP Records, together with “Todbringer”.... Continue Reading →
Wildhunt is a band coming from Austria. The band was founded in 2011 and released their debut album, entitled "Descending," in 2016. Since then, they have not released any new music, except for a single and a split release. Ten years after debuting, Wildhunt is returning with their second album. “Aletheia” will hit the shelves... Continue Reading →
Finnish metal icons Amorphis present “Crowned in Crimson”, a powerful and emotionally charged new single, which also serves as the main theme song for the upcoming action feature ‘Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala’, premiering in Finland on January 16, 2026. Songwriter and guitarist Esa Holopainen comments:“Director Antti Jokinen got in touch with... Continue Reading →
For the ones that haven’t seen it and/or watched it: here comes the new video from Megadeth. “Let There be Shred” is the third single taken from the upcoming and final Megadeth album. "Megadeth" will be out January 23, 2026 via Dave Mustaine’s Tradecraft imprint in partnership with Frontiers Label Group’s new BLKIIBLK label. Watch... Continue Reading →
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 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 →
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 →
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 →
A punk rock package is currently rolling through Germany. Ska punk veterans Sondaschule are touring with the Swabian punk band Itchy. Both bands will perform tonight at the Alsterdorfer Sporthalle in Hamburg, ensuring that everyone will momentarily forget about the Christmas buzz. Itchy kick off this evening of high-octane punk rock. The trio hit the... Continue Reading →
Scottish singer-songwriter Amy Macdonald will tour with her new album, "Is This What You've Been Waiting For?", in February. The tour is almost completely sold out. These six concerts in Germany will be followed by more dates in August 2026 and two additional shows have now been confirmed in Landshut and Zwickau. 08.02.2026 München -... Continue Reading →
The Japanese thrash metal outfit Sacrifice released three albums in the late '80s and early '90s before disbanding in 1992. "Tears" was their third studio release and features eight songs. The album contains fierce thrash metal with crossover influences, and the untamed energy of metal resonates in songs like the heavily pounding "Broken Heroes". On... Continue Reading →
Musically, CoreLeoni is the mean little brother of Gotthard. Founded by guitarist Leo Leoni in 2017, the band aims to revive the songs from Gotthard's first albums. CoreLeoni aims to maintain this vibe, while Gotthard has become a melodic rock powerhouse that attracts a mainstream audience. On July 3, 2025, Leo Leoni and his bandmates... Continue Reading →
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 →
Tunisian-French metal visionaries Myrath are back with their new single “The Funeral,” a song that explores the theme of death with unexpected lightness and emotional power. Instead of melancholy, the band delivers an energetic anthem that playfully breaks through genre boundaries and reinterprets farewell as something powerful and beautiful. An effortlessly epic, masterfully composed piece... Continue Reading →
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 →
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