My World of Music – est. 2013
Crossover pioneers Clawfinger have just released a strong new album and are now hitting the road to bring the new material, along with some old classics, to the stage. Joining them on the tour are Sickret, a Swiss metal band with a stronger focus on nu metal. Tonight, the tour rolls into Hamburg’s Grosse Freiheit... Continue Reading →
The Vikings have moved on after last night, and today a distinctly satanic vibe is slowly settling over the Bunker at Feldstraße. The In League With Satan – Evropa 2026 Tour is underway, and tonight’s stop in Hamburg brings together a package that should appeal to anyone with a black metal heart. One surprise beforehand... Continue Reading →
Hamburg and the Vikings have a history that stretches back centuries, with plenty of twists and turns along the way. Thankfully, the days of Viking raids are long gone. These days, it’s Viking metal making its way into the Hanseatic city. Amon Amarth are back on the road for another European run, stopping at Alsterdorfer... Continue Reading →
Heavy metal from Mongolia? It wasn’t exactly common in the history of rock and metal. The band that put the country on the metal map was The HU. Their breakthrough came in 2018, and a year later, they played their first show outside Mongolia. I got to see them myself in 2020 at a sold-out... Continue Reading →
Audrey Horne have been part of my musical world for quite some time now, and running into this band - whether at a live show, through a new album, or in an interview - is always a good time. These five musicians come across as genuinely likable, dedicated, and driven by a shared passion for... Continue Reading →
Following the announcement of their tenth studio album and first self-titled release earlier this week, the new chapter of DragonForce continues with 22 dates that have just been revealed as part of the band’s headline Europe Tour 2027. Kicking off April 9th in Paris, the month-long run will bring the world’s fastest band across the... Continue Reading →
Tonight, the road takes me to Hamburg’s Barclays Arena, where Amy Lee and Evanescence are set to take the stage. The band is currently touring across Europe and the UK, with a stop in the autumn city on the Elbe. Poppy is along for the ride as an additional special guest, while Nova Twins have... Continue Reading →
One evening after Devin Townsend brought a stripped-down solo performance to Hamburg’s Markthalle, I’m back at the same venue. This time, though, the setup couldn’t be more different. The chairs from the previous night have disappeared, the room is ready for a standing crowd, and an interesting package is about to hit the stage. Metal... Continue Reading →
Devin Townsend is in town. The first of his three German shows takes place tonight at Hamburg’s Markthalle, and two words in the tour announcement immediately stand out: solo and seated. Tonight’s performance is part of the Metamorphosis tour, and anyone expecting the full Devin Townsend experience—with a band, massive production, and all the bells and whistles—will quickly realize that... Continue Reading →
Today, you could spend your evening in Hamburg watching a total solar eclipse. After all, it’s the first one the city has seen in 24 years, and it’ll be quite a while before the next one comes around. But there’s a good reason worth making the pilgrimage to: Betty’s in Hamburg, where something every bit... Continue Reading →
Early August also means one thing again this year: Elbriot in Hamburg. The open-air festival at Hamburg’s Grossmarkt has been a fixture on the city’s metal calendar for quite some time now, and once again, it opens its gates for another day of roaring live music. It would be hard to ask for better conditions... Continue Reading →
Day two of March Börner Open Air gets underway, and the temperatures are even higher than on the opening day. The festival kicks off with a trio of bands—Edelgift!, Der Butterwegge, and Elfmorgen—before German punk veterans Rantanplan take the stage. With Rantanplan, ska punk returns to MBOA. The band delivers a tight 40-minute set and... Continue Reading →
Today, we’re visiting the Match Börner Open Air in Norderstedt, part of the greater Hamburg metropolitan area, for the very first time. Established in 2022, the festival has grown steadily over the past few years. While its early editions featured a diverse lineup blending pop, rock, and heavier acts, the festival has since developed a... Continue Reading →
It had been quite a while since Marillion last performed in Hamburg. Their previous appearance dates back to 2018, when the British progressive rock legends took the stage at the Mehr! Theater am Großmarkt. Now, after a long absence, the band has finally returned to the Hanseatic city. This time, Marillion is part of the... Continue Reading →
Social Distortion released their new album Born to Kill just a few weeks ago, marking the long-awaited return of a legendary band. After battling cancer, Mike Ness and his bandmates are finally back on the road, touring Europe to promote their upcoming album. The run includes a mix of festival appearances and headlining shows, and tonight... Continue Reading →
