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 →
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 →
Live report FEINE SAHNE FISCHFILET & FOCUS., Alsterdorfer Sporthalle, Hamburg – December 11th, 2025
Feine Sahne Fischfilet is currently on tour and they're coming in peace. With their new album “Wir kommen in Frieden” in hand, the punk rockers from Rostock are on their 2025 winter tour, and Alsterdorfer Sporthalle in Hamburg is the place to be for fans of electrifying punk rock. Joining them on tour are Focus.,... Continue Reading →
Live report DANKO JONES & TUK SMITH & THE RESTLESS HEARTS, Docks, Hamburg – December 13th, 2025
On November 25th of this year, not only was Rod Stewart in town, but a show in Hamburg was also played by Canadian rocker Danko Jones. He added an extra show at Markthalle to the tour because the originally scheduled December 13th show sold out quickly. Tonight, Danko Jones is visiting Hamburg again and plays... Continue Reading →
Live report THE HIVES, YARD ACT & SPIRITUAL CRAMP, Alsterdorfer Sporthalle, Hamburg – December 3rd, 2025
Their Majesties have arrived in Hamburg. That is the impression you get from the artwork of The Hives' new album. Dressed in kinglike robes and wearing crowns, the five guys aren't the kings of Sweden, but they've been among the greats of Swedish rock music since the early '90s. Currently on tour to promote their... Continue Reading →
EVANESCENCE announce European tour dates
Evanescence will be touring again in 2026: The tour will kick off in North America before moving on to the UK and Europe – including five shows in Germany, organized by Eventim. Poppy will be the special guest at all UK and European concerts, while Nova Twins will open the shows outside the UK. Evanescence... Continue Reading →
YASI HOFER will come to Hamburg in December
Yasi Hofer's talent was discovered by none other than guitar virtuoso Steve Vai. He has shared the stage with pop and rock greats, including Helene Fischer, Robbie Williams, Phil X, and Pete Thorn. The German guitarist has also released four solo albums and performed numerous shows with the Yasi Hofer Trio. On December 17, Yasi... Continue Reading →
So far confirmed for ELBRIOT 2026
The line-up of the 2026 edition of Elbriot gets some prominent additions. Next to Powerwolf being the headliner the legendary Savatage will perform at Grossmarkt, Hamburg. So far also confirmed are Thy Art Is Murder, Danko Jones and Orden Ogan. Elbriot 2026 will take place on August 8th, 2026 at Grossmarkt Hamburg and here is... Continue Reading →
BEHEMOTH & DIMMU BORGIR announce the “In League With Satan” co-headliner tour
In October 2026, two of the most influential forces in extreme metal join together for a monumental live assault: Behemoth and Dimmu Borgir will embark on the “In League With Satan” Co-Headline Tour, storming across Europe and the UK. As special guests, the Swedish black metal icons Dark Funeral will add even more ferocity to an already devastating lineup. This unholy trinity represents... Continue Reading →
Live report ROD STEWARD, Barclays Arena, Hamburg – November 25th, 2025
Sir Roderick David "Rod" Stewart is currently on his "One More Time" tour, which includes European shows. Born in Highgate, England, Stewart is widely regarded as one of the greatest rock and pop musicians. His impressive repertoire includes timeless classics, whether they are his own songs or excellent interpretations of tunes from other great musicians.... Continue Reading →
MACHINE HEAD – eight shows in Germany in 2026
Even after more than three decades since the release of their legendary debut album “Burn My Eyes,” Californian metal giants Machine Head remain one of the most vital and successful bands in the history of global thrash metal. Stylistically always at the cutting edge, yet significantly independent and therefore absolutely timeless, the quartet played their... Continue Reading →
TARJA announced “Score for a Dark Christmas” and tour dates
It’s mid-November. The darker season of the year is in full swing, and Christmas is just around the corner. The time is right for Tarja to continue her Christmas-themed musical journey with an album called “Score for a Dark Christmas.” The album will be released on December 5, 2025, via earMUSIC and it connects to... Continue Reading →
Live report D-A-D & THE 69 EYES, Georg Elser Halle, Hamburg – November 15th, 2025
Tonight, I’m exploring a new venue. The Georg Elser Halle in Hamburg opened earlier this year, and this is my first visit to the venue. Part of the historic Flakbunker building, which has become a popular destination thanks to its additional levels, roof garden and hotel, the Georg Elser Halle is located there too, named... Continue Reading →
DANKO JONES tour will start next week
To celebrate the release, Danko Jones will hit the road this winter for the “Danko Jones Is What You Need” European Tour 2025, with Tuk Smith & The Restless Hearts supporting on most dates: 19.11.2025 FI Helsinki – Tavastia21.11.2025 SE Stockholm – Münchenbryggeriet22.11.2025 NO Oslo - Vulkan Arena25.11.2025 DE Hamburg - Markthalle26.11.2025 DE Osnabrück –... Continue Reading →
SONDASCHULE – tour dates for 2025
German punk rock band Sondaschule will be on the road in December 2025 with one show, the guys will play at Alsterdorfer Sporthalle on December 19, 2025. Here are all tour dates: 19.11.2025 Zürich, Dynamo21.11.2025 Wien, Arena28.11.2025 Berlin, Columbiahalle29.11.2025 Hannover, Swiss Life Hall11.12.2025 Stuttgart, Im Wizemann12.12.2025 Wiesbaden, Schlachthof (sold out)13.12.2025 Düsseldorf, Mitsubishi-Electric-Halle19.12.2025 Hamburg, Sporthalle20.12.2025 Leipzig,... Continue Reading →









